General tso sauce
High GI
GL 35 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- High added sugar content
General tso sauce has a glycemic index of 70 (High).
Updated Sep 17, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Tamari-ginger reduction (tamari, fresh ginger, rice vinegar)GL 1 per 100 g This reduction offers a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 35) while maintaining the savory-ginger profile of General Tao sauce.
- GL 5 per 100 g This low-sugar alternative drastically reduces the glycemic load (GL 5 vs 35) while mimicking the sweet and savory characteristics of the original sauce.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 35 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 30 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 1800 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Provides flavor with small serving
- High added sugar content
- Very high sodium
- Ultra-processed ingredients
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of General tso sauce?
General tso sauce has a glycemic index of 70 (High) and a glycemic load of 35 per 100 g.
Is General tso sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
General tso sauce has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Tamari-ginger reduction (tamari, fresh ginger, rice vinegar).
How does General tso sauce affect blood sugar?
General tso sauce has a glycemic load of 35 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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