La Choy, General Tao Sauce
La Choy, General Tao Sauce by La Choy provides 150 kcal per 100 g, with 16.7 g of sugars and 1.7 g of protein. That is 47% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Sauces category and comes in a 12 fl oz/355 ml pack. Contains: sesame seeds, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (60 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | 90 kcal | 216 −31% | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 2.5 g | 3% | 13.9 −70% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g | 15 g | 5% | 16.5 +51% |
| Total sugars | 16.7 g | 10 g | 11.3 +47% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −100% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 1 g | 2% | 2.2 −24% |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 1 g | 2.5 −33% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2955 Sauces products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, Liquid Sugar (Sugar, Water), Molasses, Soy Sauce (Water, Soy Sauce Concentrate [ Water, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Corn Syrup, Salt, Caramel Color, Lactic Acid, Potassium Sorbate {Preservative}, Salt, Caramel Color), Rice Vinegar, Modified Corn Starch, Sesame Oil, Contains 2% Or Less Of: Canola Oil, Sesame Seeds, Dried Garlic, Onion Powder, Spice, Citric Acid, Lemon Flavor (Corn Syrup, Citric Acid, Natural Lemon Extract).
- Allergens
- Sesame seedsSoybeans
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 12 fl oz/355 ml
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (60 g)
- Sold in
- United States, world
- Barcode
- 0044300120518
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in La Choy, General Tao Sauce?
La Choy, General Tao Sauce contains 150 kcal per 100 g and about 90 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (60 g)).
How much sugar is in La Choy, General Tao Sauce?
La Choy, General Tao Sauce has 16.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is La Choy, General Tao Sauce healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does La Choy, General Tao Sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Sesame seeds, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 3, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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