Prepared and Processed / Fermented Foods
Oyster paste
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 54kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3.7 g/ 71g (5%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1.8 g/ 42g (4%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 5.8 g/ 348g (1%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 0.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 164 mg/ 750mg (21%) source |
Phosphorus | 44 mg/ 700mg (6%) |
Iron | 5 mg/ 12mg (41%) high |
Sodium | 2015 mg/ 1500mg (134%) |
Allergen Info
Mollusks
What is this food?
Oyster paste is a thick, savory sauce made from oysters (or oyster extract) mixed with seasonings. It’s usually used as a flavoring for stir-fries, noodles, and vegetables.
Why it matters to health
Oyster paste can make meals tastier, which helps you enjoy balanced food. Per 100 g, it has low fat (about 1.8 g) and some carbohydrates (about 5.8 g) with a small amount of sugar (about 0.6 g). The main thing to watch is sodium—it’s high (about 2015 mg per 100 g). Too much sodium can make it harder to manage blood pressure over time, especially if you also eat salty snacks and processed foods. Since it’s a flavoring, using a small amount can still give good taste without overdoing salt.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a flavoring, not a main ingredient—start with 1–2 teaspoons, then adjust.
- Balance your plate: pair with vegetables (like pechay, broccoli, carrots) and lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a reasonable serving of rice or noodles.
- If you’re having oyster paste at lunch or dinner, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or unsalted nuts) to avoid stacking sodium.
- When cooking, taste first and go easy on other salty sauces (soy sauce, patis, seasoning mixes).
- Choose “less sodium” versions if available, and check labels when you can.
Common Filipino dishes
Pancit Canton, Ginisang Pechay with Oyster Paste, Stir-fried Vegetables (Broccoli/Carrots) with Oyster Sauce, Beef or Chicken Stir-fry with Oyster Sauce, Siomai with Oyster Sauce
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