Is Trader Joe's Sriracha Sauce Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • cultured dextrose
  • natural flavor
  • contains 2% or less of garlic powder, cultured dextrose

cultured dextrose

Dietitian note

Dextrose is typically derived from corn but in some cases may contain bone char. If the label is unclear, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

natural flavor
contains 2% or less of garlic powder, cultured dextrose

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Description

Bright, tangy heat and smooth, slightly thick pourable texture make this hot sauce a versatile table condiment. Shoppers commonly use it to spice eggs, noodles, sandwiches, and dips; reviewers praise consistent heat and flavor, convenient squeeze bottle, and wide applicability, while some note variability between batches and occasional thin consistency.

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Ingredients

ground red chili peppers, water, sugar, ground garlic, contains 2% or less of garlic powder, cultured dextrose (for freshness), vegetable extract (potato), natural flavor, vinegar, citric acid, xanthan gum.

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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.

Where to buy

Trader Joe's Sriracha Sauce is available at 1 retailer

Trader Joes

About this product

Sauce · Bottle

Flavor
SpicyGarlickySavoryAcidic
Texture
CreamyThickSmooth
Commonly used for
DippingSandwichStir FryMeal Prep