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Original hot sauce
Original hot sauce by Cholula provides 21 kcal per 100 g and 0 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Hot sauces category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 5 tsp (15 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 21 kcal | 3 kcal | 119 −82% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 18.5 −100% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 9.5 −100% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −100% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 3.8 −90% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 688 Hot sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other hot sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
water, peppers (arbol , piquin), salt, acetic acid, xanthan gum, spices, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, natural flavor
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 5 tsp (15 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0049733123228
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Original hot sauce?
Original hot sauce contains 21 kcal per 100 g and about 3 kcal per serving (5 tsp (15 g)).
Is Original hot sauce healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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