Is General Tso Chicken Stirfry, Serves 2 Gluten Free?


Ingredients
JASMINE RICE, DARK AND LIGHT CHICKEN MEAT, GREEN PEPPERS, RED ONIONS, WATER, RED PEPPERS, CARROTS, KETCHUP (TOMATO PASTE (TOMATOES), LIQUID SUGAR, WHITE VINEGAR, SALT, ONION POWDER, SPICES), SUGAR, CANOLA OIL, OYSTER FLAVORED SAUCE (WATER, SUGAR, SALT, OYSTER EXTRACTIVES (OYSTER, WATER, SALT), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR), HOISIN SAUCE (SUGAR, WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, SWEET POTATOES, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SESAME SEEDS, GARLIC, WHEAT FLOUR, CHILI PEPPER, SPICES, CARAMEL COLOR, ACETIC ACID, ALLURA RED), WHITE WINE (WHITE TABLE WINE, SALT, SULPHITE), MINCED GINGER (GINGER, WATER, CANOLA OIL), SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, SUGAR), WHITE VINEGAR, CORN STARCH, CRUSHED GARLIC (GARLIC, WATER, SALT, CONCENTRATED LEMON JUICE), SEA SALT, DRIED CHILI, SALT, SESAME OIL, XANTHAN GUM, SPICES EXTRACT.
What is a Gluten Free diet?
A gluten-free diet excludes all foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. It's essential for people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or wheat allergy, as consuming gluten can trigger inflammation and digestive issues. Common gluten-containing foods include bread, pasta, cereals, and baked goods, though many gluten-free alternatives now exist using rice, corn, or almond flour. Beyond medical necessity, some people choose a gluten-free lifestyle for perceived health benefits, though experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced diet rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals when eliminating gluten-containing grains.


