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House of Tsang Classic Stir Fry Sauce
International & World Foods
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House of Tsang Classic Stir Fry Sauce

HOUSE OF TSANG
11.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
25
Calories
0g
Protein
3g
Sugars
550mg
Sodium
41
Ingredients

What You Should Know

House of Tsang Classic Stir Fry Sauce is a compact, 11.5 oz bottled sauce you’ll most often find on the international or Asian foods aisle, shelved near other stir‑fry sauces, bottled teriyaki and hoisin sauces, and next to rice and noodle meal kits. It reads like an every‑home pantry shortcut for busy cooks: a soy‑forward, slightly sweet sauce with sherry and garlic notes that promises authentic flavor without the chopping or long simmers. Shoppers reach for it on weeknight grocery trips for quick dinner builds, on meal‑prep Sundays when they want reliable marinades, or when assembling last‑minute game‑day platters of chicken wings and vegetable sides. Brand positioning leans on a heritage angle — “since 1987” and traditional Asian ingredients — aimed at consumers seeking familiar, restaurant‑style flavors at home; the marketing balances authenticity with convenience and appeals to time‑pressed families and home cooks exploring Asian recipes. The label carries a straightforward ingredient list and a voluntary GM‑ingredient notice (“May be produced with genetic engineering”) but no organic or natural certification; it evokes a homemade feel rather than child‑focused graphics or health‑halo claims. Sensory experience: a glossy, syrupy liquid with moderate thickness from modified starch, salty‑umami depth from soy and yeast extract, a warm sesame oil finish and detectable sweet sherry and sugar. Packaged in a small screw‑top bottle that’s used as a pour, drizzle or wok splash, the ritual is quick — measure, toss with protein and vegetables, and serve — making it a go‑to for cooks wanting bold flavor with minimal prep. Processing context: a ready‑to‑use, shelf‑stable sauce with added stabilizers and flavor enhancers that streamline cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 19
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium550mg24%
Total Carbohydrate5g2%
Total Sugars3g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Ingredients:, Soy, Sauce, (Water,, Soybeans,, Wheat,, Salt),, Water,, Sugar,, Sherry, Wine,, Modified, Food, Starch,, Salt,, Sesame, Seed, Oil,, Contains, 2%, or, less, of, Rice, Vinegar,, Ginger, Purée, (Ginger,, Water),, Yeast, Extract,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Dehydrated, Onions,, Citric, Acid. Contains:, Sesame, Seeds,, Soy,, Wheat..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sesame Seed Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified food starch, yeast extract, citric acid), added sugar and flavor concentrates and is a ready-to-use formulated product, fitting the ultra‑processed category.

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Common Questions about House of Tsang Classic Stir Fry Sauce

When we talk about health, it really depends on your personal dietary goals. This sauce offers a burst of flavor with just 25 calories per tablespoon, but it's also relatively high in sodium at 550mg. If you're looking for a low-calorie, flavorful addition to your meals, it could fit the bill, but moderation is key, especially if you're watching your sodium intake.

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