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Sambal Oelek
Sambal Oelek by Penny provides 62 kcal per 100 g, with 4.2 g of sugars and 1.9 g of protein. That is 12% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Sambal oelek category and comes in a 200 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 kcal | 65 −5% |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2.4 −46% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.4 −29% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.2 g | 7.2 +14% |
| Total sugars | 4.2 g | 3.8 +12% |
| Added sugars | 4.2 g | 2 +111% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 1.7 +14% |
| Salt | 7.7 g | 9.4 −18% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 15 Sambal oelek products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sambal oelek
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Rote Chilischoten 74%, Wasser, Speisesalz, Zucker, Säuerungsmittel (Essigsäure).
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 200 g
- Labels & certifications
- NutriscoreNutriscore Grade D
- Sold in
- Germany
- Barcode
- 25885286
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sambal Oelek?
Sambal Oelek contains 62 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Sambal Oelek?
Sambal Oelek has 4.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sambal Oelek healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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