Sambal chili paste
Low GI
GL 4 per 100 g
- Contains capsaicin from chili peppers
- High sodium content
Sambal chili paste has a glycemic index of 25, the same as plain Chili paste (25).
Updated Mar 30, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Chili paste
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 3 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 2500 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains capsaicin from chili peppers
- Low glycemic load
- High sodium content
- Contains added sugars
- Processed condiment
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sambal chili paste?
Sambal chili paste has a glycemic index of 25 (Low) and a glycemic load of 4 per 100 g.
Is Sambal chili paste good for people with insulin resistance?
Sambal chili paste has a low glycemic index (25), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Chili paste has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Chili paste in this database, Garlic chili paste has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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