Pad Thai sauce

GI 65 · ModerateGL 31 / 100 g3/10

Medium GI

65 GI

GL 31 per 100 g

Logi score 3/10

Contains some micronutrients from tamarind and fish sauce
High added sugar content

Pad Thai sauce has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).

Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Tamarind chili garlic sauce
GL 9 per 100 g This glaze maintains the traditional tamarind flavor profile of Pad Thai while significantly lowering the glycemic load from 31 to 9.
Coconut aminos
GL 5 per 100 g Coconut aminos provide a savory, umami-rich alternative to the sauce base with a much lower glycemic impact (GL 5 vs 31).

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

210

Calories

48 g

Carbs

2 g

Protein

1 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	210 kcal
Carbohydrates	48 g
Sugars (Total)	38 g
Natural	8 g
Added	30 g
Fiber	1 g
Soluble	0.3 g
Insoluble	0.7 g
Protein	2 g
Fat	1 g
Saturated	0.2 g
Unsaturated	0.8 g
Sodium	2200 mg

Processing Level

80%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Contains some micronutrients from tamarind and fish sauce
Low in fat
High added sugar content
Very high sodium
High glycemic load

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Pad Thai sauce?

Pad Thai sauce has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 31 per 100 g.

Is Pad Thai sauce good for people with insulin resistance?

Pad Thai sauce has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Tamarind chili garlic sauce.

How does Pad Thai sauce affect blood sugar?

Pad Thai sauce has a glycemic load of 31 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.

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