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House of Tsang Stirfry Sauce  Szechuan
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House of Tsang Stirfry Sauce Szechuan

HOUSE OF TSANG
11.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
25
Calories
0g
Protein
3g
Sugars
500mg
Sodium
42
Ingredients

What You Should Know

House of Tsang Stirfry Sauce — Szechuan is a shelf-stable, bottle-packed shortcut that you’ll find in the supermarket’s Asian or international sauces aisle, sitting next to hoisin, teriyaki, and bottled stir‑fry and marinade sauces. Shoppers often grab it alongside noodles, frozen dumplings, or stir‑fry vegetable mixes. It’s framed as an accessible, restaurant-inspired Szechuan option for home cooks who want bold, spicy-sweet flavors without sourcing many separate spices. The brand leans into Chinese-American culinary traditions rather than artisan or organic positioning: marketing cues emphasize convenience and “authentic” wok flavors, not organic certification. Label copy calls out familiar words like soy, ginger and vinegar and lists “natural flavoring,” which can give a light health halo, while the nutrition panel (low calories per serving but relatively high sodium) tells a different story. Processing-wise, this is a highly processed condiment — built for consistency and shelf stability with ingredients like modified food starch, yeast extract and flavor blends. Sensory notes: glossy, syrupy sauce with a medium-thick viscosity that clings to vegetables and proteins; a savory umami backbone from soy and yeast extract, bright acid from rice vinegar, a touch of sweetness and a peppery Szechuan kick. Packaged in an 11.5 oz screw-top bottle, the ritual is straightforward — pour or spoon into a hot wok, toss with meat and veggies, finish with a splash of sesame oil. It’s a pantry go-to for quick weeknight dinners, quick takeout-replacements, or when you want a bold, restaurant-like punch with minimal prep.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Servings per Container: 19
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium500mg22%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
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,, Rice, Vinegar,, Modified, Food, Starch,, Salt,, Contains, 2%, or, less, of, Sesame, Seed, Oil,, Yeast, Extract,, Ginger, Purée, (Ginger,, Water),, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Dehydrated, Onions,, Spice,, Natural, Flavoring. 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?

The sauce contains industrial ingredients (modified food starch, yeast extract, natural flavoring) and is a ready-to-use packaged formulation, characteristic of ultra-processed foods. It combines multiple additives and flavor agents for durability and consistent taste rather than minimal processing.

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Common Questions about House of Tsang Stirfry Sauce Szechuan

The Szechuan stir fry sauce can be part of a balanced diet, but 'healthy' is subjective! With only 25 calories per tablespoon, it's low in calories, but it does pack a punch with 500mg of sodium. If you're watching your salt intake, you might want to use it sparingly or pair it with fresh veggies to balance things out.

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