Is Lee Kum Kee Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce Alpha-Gal Friendly?

Yes! We believe this product is alpha-gal free as there are no alpha-gal ingredients listed on the label.

Description

Sweet-savory and richly umami with mild smokiness, this thick, glossy sauce is smooth and slightly sticky. Commonly used as a stir-fry finishing sauce, glaze, dipping condiment for everyday wraps and rolls, or a simple noodle topper. Reviews praise its versatility, consistent flavor, and value; some note it leans toward sweetness.

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Ingredients

Sugar, Water, Soybeans, Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Wheat Flour, Caramel Color, Sesame Oil, Acetic Acid, Spices, Sodium Benzoate Added As A

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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.