Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces Comparisons For Diabetics
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kalbi Shor...
Food 1
Food 1
• EXOTIC SAUCE PACKAGING, INC.
Kalbi Short Ribs Authentic Korean Bbq Sauce, Kalbi
|
11.9 | 176 | 35.3 | 29.4 | — | — | 5.9 |
|
Authentic Me...
Food 2
Food 2
• SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC.
Authentic Mexican Style Medium Thick & Smooth Taco Sauce, Medium
|
4.0 | 31 | 12.5 | 6.3 | — | — | 6.3 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Original Ses...
Food 1
Food 1
• EXOTIC SAUCE PACKAGING, INC.
Original Sesame Teriyaki Sauce
|
13.7 | 233 | 46.7 | 33.3 | — | 3.4 | 6.7 |
|
Peking Duck ...
Food 2
Food 2
• ALLIED OLD ENGLISH INC.
Peking Duck Sauce
|
44.0 | 273 | 66.7 | 63.6 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tequila Chil...
Food 1
Food 1
• A.M. BRASWELL, JR. FOOD CO. INC.
Tequila Chili Sauce
|
22.0 | 150 | 36.7 | 30.0 | — | — | — |
|
Picante Sauc...
Food 2
Food 2
• BRUNO'S SUPERMARKETS, INC.
Picante Sauce, Medium
|
4.0 | 33 | 6.7 | 3.3 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Pad Thai Sti...
Food 1
Food 1
• SAFEWAY, INC.
Pad Thai Stir Fry Sauce, Pad Thai
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25.6 | 233 | 43.3 | 40.0 | — | 5.0 | 3.3 |
|
Sweet & Tang...
Food 2
Food 2
• SAN-J INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Sweet & Tangy Polynesian Glazing & Dipping, Sweet & Tangy
|
27.8 | 200 | 46.7 | 40.0 | — | — | 3.3 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Fish Sauce, ...
Food 1
Food 1
• INTERGGS, INC.
Fish Sauce, Fish
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2.0 | 67 | 6.7 | 6.7 | — | — | 6.7 |
|
Pluto's, Car...
Food 2
Food 2
• PLUTO'S CARIBBEAN BLISS
Pluto's, Carib B Q Sauce, Mild, Mild
|
14.0 | 100 | 23.3 | 23.3 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kung Pao Sti...
Food 1
Food 1
• THE KROGER CO.
Kung Pao Stir Fry Sauce, Kung Pao
|
6.0 | 100 | 20.0 | 13.3 | — | — | — |
|
El Conquista...
Food 2
Food 2
• BUENO ALIMENTOS, S.A.
El Conquistador, Teloloapan Red Mole
|
18.7 | 536 | 46.4 | 14.3 | 10.7 | 35.7 | 7.1 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kanokwan, Pa...
Food 1
Food 1
• KANOKWAN FOOD PRODUCTS CO.,LTD.
Kanokwan, Pad Thai Paste
|
25.8 | 250 | 54.2 | 45.8 | — | 4.2 | — |
|
Thai Green C...
Food 2
Food 2
• GLASSER BOWS, INC.
Thai Green Curry Combines Coconut, With Zesty Lemongrass & Hints Of Galangal Simmer Sauce, Thai Green Curry
|
15.8 | 100 | 8.2 | 5.5 | 0.9 | 6.4 | 0.9 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Harris Teete...
Food 1
Food 1
• HARRIS-TEETER INC.
Harris Teeter, Picante Sauce, Medium
|
4.0 | 33 | 6.7 | 3.3 | — | — | — |
|
Sauce, Green...
Food 2
Food 2
• EL ENCANTO INC
Sauce, Green Chile
|
5.9 | 26 | 4.4 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 0.9 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mild Taco Sa...
Food 1
Food 1
• MEIJER, INC.
Mild Taco Sauce, Mild Taco
|
4.0 | 31 | 12.5 | 6.3 | — | — | — |
|
Premium Soy ...
Food 2
Food 2
• LEE KUM KEE CO. LTD.
Premium Soy Sauce, Premium Soy
|
2.0 | 67 | 6.7 | 6.7 | — | — | 6.7 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Wan Ja Shan,...
Food 1
Food 1
• MANDARIN SOY SAUCE INC
Wan Ja Shan, Vegetarian Mushroom Oyster Sauce
|
5.7 | 136 | 29.0 | 23.0 | — | — | 5.0 |
|
Ying's, Stir...
Food 2
Food 2
• YING'S KITCHEN, INC.
Ying's, Stir Fry Sauce
|
4.0 | 47 | 13.3 | 4.7 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Roasted Garl...
Food 1
Food 1
• TERRAPIN RIDGE FARMS LLC
Roasted Garlic Horseradish Dip, Roasted Garlic Horseradish
|
3.6 | 571 | 7.1 | 3.6 | — | 60.7 | — |
|
Robert Roths...
Food 2
Food 2
• CINCINNATI PRESERVING COMPANY
Robert Rothschild Farm, Organic Gourmet Sauce, Sriracha Teriyaki, Sriracha Teriyaki
|
19.8 | 167 | 27.8 | 25.0 | — | 4.2 | 2.8 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Traditional ...
Food 1
Food 1
• PEMBERTON'S FOODS INC.
Traditional & Authentic Thai Peanut Sauce, Thai Peanut
|
15.4 | 286 | 25.7 | 20.0 | 2.9 | 20.0 | 2.9 |
|
Mirasol Hot ...
Food 2
Food 2
• PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY
Mirasol Hot Pepper, Mirasol Hot
|
2.0 | 180 | 40.0 | — | 20.0 | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Horseradish ...
Food 1
Food 1
• CINCINNATI PRESERVING COMPANY
Horseradish Sauce & Spread, Horseradish
|
1.9 | 400 | 20.0 | — | — | 30.0 | — |
|
Spicy Honey ...
Food 2
Food 2
• PANOS BRANDS LLC
Spicy Honey Garlic Sauce
|
28.0 | 188 | 43.8 | 40.6 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Garlic & Jal...
Food 1
Food 1
• CORMIER'S KITCHEN
Garlic & Jalapeno Sauce, Garlic & Jalapeno
|
22.0 | 211 | 57.9 | 57.9 | — | — | — |
|
Enchilada Sauce
Food 2
Food 2
• ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION HOUSE INC.
Enchilada Sauce
|
6.0 | 69 | 4.6 | — | — | 5.4 | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mexican Styl...
Food 1
Food 1
• MIZKAN AMERICA, INC.
Mexican Style Fajita Sauce & Marinade, Mexican Style Fajita
|
6.0 | 100 | 20.0 | 20.0 | — | — | — |
|
Ethiopian Tu...
Food 2
Food 2
• ELENI'S KITCHEN LLC
Ethiopian Turmeric Sauce, Ethiopian
|
5.9 | 141 | 9.4 | 3.1 | — | 10.9 | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mild Creamy ...
Food 1
Food 1
• B&G FOODS, INC.
Mild Creamy Queso Sauce
|
3.9 | 125 | 12.5 | 6.3 | — | 9.4 | — |
|
Contadina Pu...
Food 2
Food 2
• DEL MONTE FOODS INC.
Contadina Puree Roma Tomatoes, 29 Oz
|
9.9 | 56 | 11.1 | 6.4 | 3.2 | — | 1.6 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Teriyaki Org...
Food 1
Food 1
• JORDAN EYEWEAR, INC.
Teriyaki Organic Marinade & Sauce, Teriyaki
|
12.0 | 200 | 46.7 | 33.3 | 6.7 | — | — |
|
Mild Taco Or...
Food 2
Food 2
• GOOD FOOD FOR GOOD
Mild Taco Organic Vegan Mexican Cooking Sauce, Mild Taco
|
4.0 | 23 | 4.6 | 3.1 | 1.5 | — | 1.5 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Medium Green...
Food 1
Food 1
• LYNDY'S FOODS, LLC
Medium Green Chile, Medium
|
12.0 | 29 | 6.6 | 2.9 | 2.2 | — | — |
|
Teriyaki Pip...
Food 2
Food 2
• BI-LO INC.
Teriyaki Pippin' Sauce, Teriyaki
|
31.8 | 194 | 44.4 | 30.6 | — | — | 2.8 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sriracha Hor...
Food 1
Food 1
• TERRAPIN RIDGE FARMS LLC
Sriracha Horseradish Squeeze Garnishing Sauce, Sriracha Horseradish
|
3.9 | 286 | 14.3 | 7.1 | — | 25.0 | — |
|
Latin Veracr...
Food 2
Food 2
• THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC.
Latin Veracruz Organic Culinary Simmer Sauce, Latin Veracruz
|
7.9 | 50 | 8.3 | 3.3 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sriracha Sauce
Food 1
Food 1
• FOOD TOWN STORES INC.
Sriracha Sauce
|
2.0 | 100 | 20.0 | 20.0 | — | — | — |
|
Fire Roasted...
Food 2
Food 2
• HATCH FARMS, INC.
Fire Roasted Tomato Enchilada Sauce
|
8.0 | 42 | 6.7 | 3.3 | — | 1.7 | 1.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.
Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.
BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.
Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.
Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.