Ingredient

Orange Sauce

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use orange sauce to add a sweet, citrusy flavor to a variety of …

What it is

Orange sauce is a sweet and tangy sauce typically made with orange juice or concentrate, sugar, vinegar, and spices. It is often thickened with cornstarch or other starches. The sauce can be prepared from scratch or purchased as a pre-made product.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use orange sauce to add a sweet, citrusy flavor to a variety of dishes. It is commonly found in Asian-inspired cuisine, particularly with chicken or other proteins, and is also used in marinades, glazes, and salad dressings.

Health notes

Orange sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. The primary components, like sugar and orange juice, are common food items. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual ingredients used in such sauces. Concerns typically relate to the sugar content, which aligns with general dietary advice to limit added sugars.

Allergen info

Orange sauce is not typically derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. However, always check the ingredient list for specific formulations, as some may contain soy sauce (which contains soy) or other allergens.

Products containing Orange Sauce

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WORLD KITCHEN Orange Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 203kcal 8.7Protein 8.0Fat 21.7Carbs FRESH & EASY, LLC Asian Kitchen Meal Bowl Orange Chicken Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 195kcal 5.4Protein 4.6Fat 32.0Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Sesame Orange Chicken With White Rice Other Deli High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 173kcal 5.9Protein 3.5Fat 28.6Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Deli Chicken With Rice & Broccoli, Orange Other Deli High in sodium — 46% DV per serving 129kcal 6.4Protein 1.8Fat 24.6Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Orange Chicken Chow Mein Other Deli High in sodium — 54% DV per serving 160kcal 3.5Protein 3.5Fat 28.5Carbs Genji, Inc. Orange Chicken Rice Bowl Wr, Orange Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 51% DV per serving 159kcal 4.3Protein 2.9Fat 30.3Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Orange Chicken With Orange Sesame Sauce, Orange Other Deli High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in added sugars — 74% DV per serving 126kcal 5.2Protein 0.8Fat 24.2Carbs Allfresh Foods International, Inc. Orange Chicken Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners 183kcal 7.0Protein 7.8Fat 26.1Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Sesame Orange Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 39% DV per serving 198kcal 7.0Protein 5.3Fat 30.0Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Sesame Organic Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 194kcal 7.1Protein 5.3Fat 30Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Sesame Orange Chicken With Whiten Rice Other Deli High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 157kcal 5.1Protein 2.4Fat 27.8Carbs Genji, Inc. T Orange Chicken Rice Bowl, Orange Other Deli High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 157kcal 4.1Protein 3.5Fat 28.4Carbs
Water (22 products) Salt (22 products) Wheat Flour (20 products) Citric Acid (19 products) Spices (18 products) Orange Juice Concentrate (17 products) Sugar (17 products) Corn Starch (16 products) Soybeans (15 products) Soy Sauce (15 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.