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Sweet-tangy aromatic sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Orange Ginger Sauce (15 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
17
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
4.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 6 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (medium) | 10 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 50 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 264 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Orange Ginger Sauce pairs well with seafood, poultry, roasted vegetables, and rice dishes. Add it at the end of cooking or serve it on the side so its citrus and ginger flavor stays noticeable.
Yes, Orange Ginger Sauce works especially well with salmon because its citrusy sweetness complements the fish’s rich flavor. Brush on a little near the end of baking or grilling to keep the sauce from scorching.
Yes, Orange Ginger Sauce makes a flavorful finish for grilled, baked, or pan-seared chicken. Brush it on during the final minutes of cooking, or spoon it over the cooked chicken rather than exposing a sweet sauce to prolonged high heat.
To make Orange Ginger Sauce, simmer orange juice with freshly grated ginger and, if you like, orange zest. Add vinegar and a sweetener to balance the flavor; thicken it with a little cornstarch slurry if you want a glossy glaze.
Orange and ginger are the defining ingredients in Orange Ginger Sauce. Recipes may also include vinegar, garlic, soy sauce, or a sweetener, so the exact flavor and ingredients vary between homemade recipes and bottled versions.
Yes, Orange Ginger Sauce can be stirred into vegetables, tofu, or meat near the end of a stir-fry. Add it after the main ingredients are cooked, then toss briefly; adding it too early can make a sweet sauce burn.
Yes, Orange Ginger Sauce is a good match for roast or pan-seared duck. Its bright orange flavor cuts through the duck’s richness; serve it alongside or spoon a small amount over sliced duck just before serving.
Yes, Orange Ginger Sauce can usually be frozen in a sealed, freezer-safe container. Leave a little room for expansion, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir well after warming because the texture may separate slightly.
To soften an overly strong ginger taste in Orange Ginger Sauce, dilute it with a little orange juice or water, then simmer briefly. A small amount of sweetener can round out the sharpness, but add it gradually.
Orange Ginger Sauce can be either a dipping sauce or a glaze, depending on its thickness. Keep it loose for dipping; simmer it longer or add a little cornstarch slurry when you want it to cling to food.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.8mg · 2% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Folate
1.2µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
42mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
16mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 17 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Orange ginger sauce brings together the bright, tangy flavour of orange and ginger’s warm, gently peppery aroma. Recipes vary, but homemade versions often use orange juice or zest, grated ginger and ingredients to balance the citrus with sweetness and acidity. It may be smooth or slightly textured, depending on how it is prepared.
Use it as a glaze or dipping sauce for fish, chicken, tofu or roasted vegetables, or spoon a little over a grain bowl. Its sweet-tart profile adds plenty of flavour without much fat; most of its energy comes from carbohydrates, with 27 g per 100 g. A little goes a long way, so serve it on the side or use a modest spoonful when you want to keep a meal lighter.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.