Is Trader Ming's General Tsao Stir Fry Sauce Low FODMAP?

No. This product is not low FODMAP as it lists 3 ingredients that are likely high FODMAP at 1 serving and 2 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Description

A bold, sweet-spicy sauce with a glossy, viscous texture that adheres to proteins and vegetables. Commonly used to coat stir-fries, glazes, and quick weeknight meals, reviewers note convenient consistency and robust flavor; some report it can be overly sweet for certain tastes while others praise its ease of use overall.

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Why it's not low FODMAP

onion powder
red chili pepper/garlic blend
garlic powder
oyster extract and natural flavor
tomato paste

onion powder

Dietitian note

Onion and its derivatives (onion powder, onion salt, etc.) are all high FODMAP. Onions are not oil soluble however, which means you can enjoy onion-infused oils.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

Use instead

green tips of spring onion
green tips of leek
green tips of scallion
chive

red chili pepper/garlic blend

garlic powder

oyster extract and natural flavor

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Ingredients

Sugar, Water, Soy Sauce (water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt), Distilled Vinegar, Tomato Paste, Red Chili Pepper/garlic Blend, Cornstarch, Garlic Powder, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Ginger, Oyster Extract And Natural Flavor, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Xanthan Gum, Onion Powder, Citric Acid, Spice. Contains Gluten, Soybeans.

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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.