Is Kikkoman Stir-Fry Sauce Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • disodium inosinate

disodium inosinate

Dietitian note

Disodiuminosinate, sometimes appearing on labels as sodium 5'- inosinate, is an additive found in instant noodles, potato chips, and other snacks, is usually made from meat but can be made from tapioca starch as well. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Kikkoman stir fry sauce is a flavorful blend of ingredients that includes soy sauce, wheat, soybeans, salt, sugar, vinegar, rice wine, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger, and xanthan gum. This sauce is preservative-free, ensuring a more natural and authentic taste. The package dimensions are 6 inches in length and 5 inches in width. While no information about what people say about the product is provided, these product details suggest that Kikkoman stir fry sauce offers a delicious and convenient option for enhancing stir fry dishes.

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Ingredients

SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT, BREWING STARTER [ASPERGILLUS SOJAE]), SUGAR, WATER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, WINE, VINEGAR, GARLIC POWDER, DEHYDRATED OYSTER EXTRACT (MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH), SPICES, SODIUM BENZOATE, SALT, SUCCINIC ACID, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE.

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What is a Alpha-Gal Friendly diet?

An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.

About this product

Sauce · Bottle, Liquid

Flavor
SavorySaltyUmamiSweet
Texture
ThickOily
Commonly used for
CookingDippingMarinadingMeal Prep