Is Lee Kum Kee Sweet & Sour Sauce, 8.5 Oz Low FODMAP?

This product may or may not be low FODMAP as it lists 3 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Description

A balanced sweet and tangy sauce with a glossy syrupy texture that clings to fried or grilled foods. Commonly used as a dipping sauce for egg rolls, chicken, and nuggets, and as a glaze for stir fries and meats. Reviewers cite consistent flavor, convenient bottle, and reliable takeout results overall.

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Why it's a maybe for low FODMAP

pineapple juice concentrate
tomato paste
frozen concentrate for pineapple juice

pineapple juice concentrate

Dietitian note

The FODMAP content of pineapple varies depending on preparation and serving size. Fresh pineapple is low FODMAP. Dried pineapple is high FODMAP as the drying process concentrates fructose and can create fructans. Pineapple juice can be high or low FODMAP depending on serving size.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

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unripe banana
kiwi
lime
mandarin

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Ingredients

Water, Sugar, Corn Syrup Solids, Frozen Concentrate For Pineapple Juice (Pineapple Juice Concentrate, Water), Tomato Paste, Modified Corn Starch, Acetic Acid, Salt, Paprika Oleoresin, Xanthan Gum, Color Added (Beta-carotene)

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What is a Low FODMAP diet?

A Low FODMAP diet limits foods high in certain short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) that can be poorly absorbed in the gut. These include specific sugars found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, apples, and wheat. It's commonly followed by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other digestive sensitivities to reduce bloating, gas, and discomfort. The diet typically involves an elimination phase, followed by gradual reintroduction to identify personal triggers. When followed carefully, often with a dietitian's guidance, a Low FODMAP diet can help manage symptoms while maintaining a balanced and varied intake of nutrients.