Oyster SauceNutrition reference
Condiments

Oyster Sauce

Oyster sauce is a thick, savory-sweet condiment made from oyster extract, used in Chinese stir-fries. Per 100 g it provides 51 calories with 10.9 g carbs.

51
kcalper 100g
Carbs
10.9g
Protein
1.35g
Fat
0.25g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw
Edible portion
Thick sauce, as bottled
Measurement basis
Per 100 g portion
Energy (kcal)
51 kcal
Protein
1.35 g
Carbohydrates
10.9 g
Fat
0.25 g
Dietary fiber
0.3 g
Sugars
0 g
Saturated fat
0.043 g
Sodium
2733 mg
More nutrients23
Energy (kJ)
213.4 kJ
Cholesterol
0 mg
Calcium
32 mg
Potassium
54 mg
Magnesium
4 mg
Iron
0.18 mg
Zinc
0.09 mg
Vitamin B1
0.01 mg
Vitamin B2
0.124 mg
Vitamin B3
1.47 mg
Vitamin B5
0.016 mg
Vitamin B6
0.016 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate)
15 µg
Vitamin B12
0.41 µg
Vitamin C
0.1 mg
Vitamin D1
0 µg
Vitamin A (RAE)
0 µg
Retinol
0 µg
Beta-carotene
0 µg
Alpha-carotene
0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin
0 µg
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)
0 mg
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone)
0 µg
  1. Assumed zero by source

Data sources

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    CaloriePilot curated nutrition base

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About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Oyster sauce is a thick, dark brown condiment made from oyster extract, sugar, and salt. It has a savory, slightly sweet flavor and is widely used in Chinese cooking to season stir-fries, marinades, and vegetable dishes.

Nutritionally, oyster sauce is notable mainly for its sodium content. Per 100 g it provides about 51 kcal, 10.9 g of carbohydrates, 1.4 g of protein, and 0.3 g of fat, with 2733 mg of sodium and 32 mg of calcium.

Oyster sauce is used in small amounts as a seasoning. For accurate tracking, measure by the spoonful, and use the serving sizes below.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Oyster Sauce?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 1 tbsp serving (about 16 g) provides roughly 8 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g51 kcal10.9 g1.4 g0.3 g
1 tbsp16 g8.2 kcal1.7 g0.2 g0 g
1 tsp5 g2.6 kcal0.5 g0.1 g0 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
51 kcal
Energy (kJ)
213.4 kJ
Protein
1.35 g
Carbohydrates
10.9 g
Fat
0.25 g
Dietary fiber
0.3 g
Sugars
0 g
Saturated fat
0.043 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
2733 mg
Calcium
32 mg
Potassium
54 mg
Magnesium
4 mg
Iron
0.18 mg
Zinc
0.09 mg
Vitamin B1
0.01 mg
Vitamin B2
0.124 mg
Vitamin B3
1.47 mg
Vitamin B5
0.016 mg
Vitamin B6
0.016 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate)
15 µg
Vitamin B12
0.41 µg
Vitamin C
0.1 mg
Vitamin D1
0 µg
Vitamin A (RAE)
0 µg
Retinol
0 µg
Beta-carotene
0 µg
Alpha-carotene
0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin
0 µg
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)
0 mg
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone)
0 µg

Questions and answers

Oyster Sauce nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in oyster sauce?

Oyster sauce provides about 51 calories per 100 g. A typical 1 tbsp serving (about 16 g) provides roughly 8 calories.

Is oyster sauce high in sodium?

Yes. Oyster sauce provides about 2733 mg of sodium per 100 g, so even small amounts add meaningful sodium.

Is oyster sauce made from oysters?

Yes. Oyster sauce is made from oyster extract, combined with sugar, salt, and thickeners.