How many calories are in hot sauce?

Hot sauce has virtually zero calories: about 1 calorie per teaspoon and 2 per tablespoon. Per 100g it is only 11 calories, which is lower than any other condiment on the table. The catch is sodium, not calories.

Is hot sauce good for weight loss?

Hot sauce is one of the few condiments you can use without counting. A teaspoon adds a calorie, where the same spoon of mayonnaise adds 34. Capsaicin may slightly raise metabolism and blunt appetite. The only thing worth tracking is the salt.

Is hot sauce keto-friendly?

Hot sauce is very keto-friendly at 1.5g net carbs per 100g. One teaspoon is under a tenth of a gram, so it is effectively free. Sweetened sauces are the exception: sriracha carries 19.2g of carbs per 100g, most of it added sugar.

Does capsaicin burn fat?

Capsaicin may slightly increase metabolism and fat burning, but the effect is modest - burning maybe 50-100 extra calories per day at high doses. It won't replace diet and exercise.

Is hot sauce high in sodium?

Yes, and this is the number worth knowing. A vinegar-and-pepper hot sauce carries about 2,640mg of sodium per 100g, so a teaspoon is roughly 130mg, around 6% of a day's allowance. That is more than a teaspoon of ketchup. It stays modest only because the portions are small, so brands and quantity both matter.

Is hot sauce bad for your stomach?

Hot sauce can irritate the stomach lining in some people, causing heartburn or discomfort. If you have GERD, ulcers, or IBS, start with small amounts. Most healthy people tolerate it well.

What vitamins are in hot sauce?

Hot sauce is surprisingly rich in vitamin C, at 74.8mg per 100g from the peppers, which is 83% of the daily value. Portions are small enough that a teaspoon delivers under 4mg, so treat it as a bonus rather than a source. It also carries a little vitamin A and 144mg of potassium per 100g.

Tabasco vs Sriracha: which has more calories?

Both are very low calorie. Tabasco has about 1 cal/tsp while Sriracha has about 5 cal/tsp due to added sugar. Sriracha also has more carbs. Both are fine for weight loss.

How long does hot sauce last?

Unopened hot sauce lasts 3-5 years. Once opened, it keeps 6 months to 1 year at room temperature, longer if refrigerated. Vinegar and peppers preserve it naturally. Refrigerate after opening for best quality.

Can I eat hot sauce every day?

Most people can eat hot sauce daily without problems, and regular chili consumption is linked to better gut bacteria diversity. It is low in calories but not low in salt, so if you are watching sodium, count it the way you would count soy sauce. Stop if you get persistent digestive trouble.

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Calories in Hot Sauce

USDA Verified · FDC 174527 · Aug 2026

1 calories

per 1 teaspoon (5g)

0.5g

Protein

1.8g

Carbs

0.4g

Fat

0.3g

Fiber

Per 100g as prepared

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