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Iron Chef Sauce and Glaze Orange Ginger
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Iron Chef Sauce and Glaze Orange Ginger

Iron Chef
15 oz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
0g
Protein
13g
Sugars
100mg
Sodium
21
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Iron Chef Sauce and Glaze Orange Ginger is a 15-oz, shelf-stable sauce that reads like a quick passport to Americanized Asian flavors. You'd spot it in the grocery store's international or Asian sauces aisle, shelved alongside teriyaki, hoisin and stir-fry sauces, and sometimes cross-merchandised near marinades, rotisserie chicken or the grilling section. It fits fast weeknight dinners, weeknight meal-prep sessions, and game-day finger food plans — handy when shoppers want a quick glaze for chicken wings, pork chops, salmon, or a stir-fry finish. The Iron Chef name evokes TV-chef glamour and accessible, takeout-style results; the brand is positioned toward value-minded home cooks and busy families who want bold restaurant flavors without a long recipe. The label leans on a mild health halo: “All natural. No preservatives.” appears prominently, but there’s no organic seal or kid-focused mascots — styling is straightforward and family-friendly rather than premium artisan. In plain processing terms, this is a prepared sauce made from concentrated ingredients and modified starch to achieve a stable, glossy texture. Sensory cues: pourable yet viscous, it forms a shiny, sticky glaze that clings to protein and vegetables; flavor is sweet-tangy orange with a warm ginger bite and a savory soy backbone. Packaging is a 15-oz consumer bottle with a screw cap or pour spout meant for easy basting, brushing or drizzling; usage rituals include glazing during the last minutes of cooking, marinating briefly, or offering as a dipping sauce for appetizers. Nutrition notes on the back highlight 60 calories per serving, about 13 g sugars and 100 mg sodium, reinforcing its role as an indulgent finishing sauce rather than a pantry staple for low-sugar eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 12
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium100mg4%
Total Carbohydrate15g5%
Total Sugars13g
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

Sugar,, Water,, Vinegar,, Minced, Ginger,, Naturally, Brewed, Soy, Sauce, (Water,, Wheat,, Soybeans,, Sea, Salt),, Food, Starch, (Modified),, Orange, Peel,, Red, Pepper..

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 industrial ingredients like modified food starch and a formulated combination of sugar, vinegar and concentrated flavors typical of industrially produced sauces, placing it in NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed). The product is a ready-made culinary formulation designed for convenience rather than whole-food preparation.

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Common Questions about Iron Chef Sauce and Glaze Orange Ginger

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? This sauce has a decent amount of sugar—about 13 grams per two tablespoons—which can be a concern if you're watching your sugar intake. But if you’re using it sparingly to add a zing to your dishes, it can definitely fit into a balanced diet!

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

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