Food Ingredients

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Glycerol-lacto Esters Of Fatty Acids Glycerol-lacto esters of fatty acids are made by combining glycerol, lactic acid, and fatty acids. Fatty acids can come from … More details → Himalayan Sea Salt Not animal-derived Himalayan Sea Salt, often called Himalayan pink salt, is a type of rock salt mined from the Khewra Salt Mine … More details → Hpmc E464 Not animal-derived HPMC, or hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, is a synthetic polymer made from cellulose, a natural fiber found in plants. It is produced … More details → Imported Romano Cheese Animal-derived Romano cheese is a hard, salty Italian cheese traditionally made from sheep's milk. It is made in a similar way … More details → Including FD&C Yellow 6 E110 Not animal-derived FD&C Yellow 6 is a synthetic color additive that gives foods a yellow-orange hue. It is manufactured from petroleum-based raw … More details → Less Than 0.5% Of: Natural Flavors Natural flavors are complex mixtures derived from natural sources like fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, or animal products. They are created … More details → Mache Not animal-derived Mache, also known as corn salad or lamb's lettuce, is a leafy green vegetable native to Europe and western Asia. … More details → Meringue Powder Animal-derived Meringue powder is a dried mixture that mimics the properties of raw egg whites. It typically contains corn syrup solids, … More details → Natural Blue Cheese Flavor Animal-derived Natural Blue Cheese Flavor is a flavoring agent that mimics the taste and aroma of blue cheese. It is typically … More details → Natural Cinnamon Flavor Not animal-derived Natural cinnamon flavor is derived from the bark of cinnamon trees, primarily from the Cinnamomum genus. It is created by … More details → Natural Grill Flavor Animal-derived Natural Grill Flavor is a flavoring substance made from natural sources, often derived from smoke or cooked meats. It is … More details → Organic Pork Animal-derived Organic pork is meat from pigs raised according to USDA organic standards. These standards require pigs to be fed organic … More details → Organic Protein Blend An Organic Protein Blend is a mixture of various protein sources, often derived from plants like peas, rice, hemp, or … More details → Panko Not animal-derived Panko is a type of coarse, flaky breadcrumb used in Japanese cuisine. It is made from white bread without crusts, … More details → Pasteurized Cultured Cream Animal-derived Pasteurized cultured cream is a dairy product made by adding a starter culture of bacteria to pasteurized cream. These bacteria … More details → Peanut Soy Not animal-derived Peanut soy is a food ingredient made from a combination of peanuts and soybeans. The specific processing can vary, but … More details → Peeled Tomatoes Not animal-derived Peeled tomatoes are whole tomatoes that have had their skins removed. The skins are typically removed by scalding the tomatoes … More details → Porcini Mushrooms Not animal-derived Porcini mushrooms are a type of edible mushroom native to Europe and North America. They are prized for their rich, … More details → Red Color Red color refers to various substances added to food to give it a red hue. These can be natural extracts … More details → Salted Not animal-derived Salt is a mineral, primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is naturally occurring and can be obtained through the evaporation … More details → Savoy Cabbage Not animal-derived Savoy cabbage is a variety of cabbage known for its crinkled, dark green leaves. It is a cruciferous vegetable, related … More details → Sustainable Palm Oil Not animal-derived Sustainable palm oil is vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees. It is grown in tropical regions, … More details → Tortilla Strips Not animal-derived Tortilla strips are small, fried or baked pieces of corn tortillas. They are typically made from corn masa, water, and … More details → Vegan Sources Not animal-derived Vegan sources are ingredients used to replace animal-derived products in food. They can be derived from plants (like soy, pea, … More details → Whole Grain Rye Flour Not animal-derived Whole grain rye flour is made from the entire rye kernel, including the bran, germ, and endosperm. Rye is a … More details → And Invertase Invertase is an enzyme that breaks down sucrose (table sugar) into two simpler sugars: glucose and fructose. It is naturally … More details → Ascorbic Acid Added As Dough Conditioner E300 Not animal-derived Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C. It is found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. It can be … More details → Bay Not animal-derived Bay leaves come from the bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis), native to the Mediterranean region. The leaves are harvested, dried, … More details → Blue E133 (Blue 1), E132 (Blue 2) Not animal-derived The term "Blue" in food ingredients typically refers to synthetic food colorings such as Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) and … More details → Cage-free Whole Eggs Animal-derived Whole eggs come from chickens and are a common food ingredient. The term 'cage-free' means the hens that laid the … More details → Caramel Colour Not animal-derived Caramel color is a dark brown food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates, such as sugar, corn syrup, or molasses. The … More details → Coriander Powder Not animal-derived Coriander powder is made from the dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). The seeds are typically ground into … More details → Cultured Lowfat Buttermilk Animal-derived Cultured lowfat buttermilk is the liquid byproduct of making butter from lowfat milk. It is made by adding a bacterial … More details → Cysteine Animal-derived Cysteine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning the body can make it. It is found naturally in protein-rich foods like … More details → Dried Chili Peppers Not animal-derived Dried chili peppers are the dehydrated fruits of plants from the genus Capsicum. They are harvested when mature, then dried … More details → Farm Raised Shrimp Animal-derived Farm-raised shrimp are aquatic invertebrates raised in controlled environments, such as ponds or tanks, for commercial food production. They are … More details → Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes Not animal-derived Tomatoes that have been cut into small pieces and then roasted over an open flame or under a broiler. The … More details → Fresh Carrots Not animal-derived Carrots are root vegetables, typically orange, though purple, red, yellow, and white varieties exist. They grow underground and are cultivated … More details → Fresh Cream Animal-derived Fresh cream is the fatty part of milk that rises to the top when milk is left to stand. It … More details → Fried Out Pork Fat With Attached Skin Animal-derived Fried out pork fat with attached skin, commonly known as pork rinds or cracklings, is made by rendering pork skin … More details → Imitation Crabmeat Animal-derived Imitation crabmeat is a processed seafood product made to resemble crab meat. It is typically made from surimi, a paste … More details → Jalapeno Pepper Puree Not animal-derived Jalapeño pepper puree is made from jalapeño peppers, a type of chili pepper originally from Mexico. The peppers are typically … More details → Liquid Sucrose Not animal-derived Liquid sucrose is a solution made by dissolving sucrose (common table sugar) in water. It is a clear, sweet syrup … More details → Live Active Cultures:s Live active cultures are beneficial bacteria and yeasts, often found naturally in fermented foods. They are intentionally added to some … More details → Made Of: Sorbitol E420 Not animal-derived Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that occurs naturally in some fruits like apples and pears. It is commercially produced by … More details → Maltodextrins Not animal-derived Maltodextrins are a type of carbohydrate made from starch. They are produced by breaking down starch through processes like acid … More details → Natural Cream Flavor Animal-derived Natural cream flavor is a flavoring substance derived from natural sources, often dairy products like milk or cream. It is … More details → Non-gmo Citric Acid E330 Not animal-derived Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. In food production, it … More details → Organic Buckwheat Flour Not animal-derived Buckwheat is not a type of wheat, but rather a fruit grown for its grain-like seeds. The seeds are ground … More details → Organic Corn Meal Not animal-derived Organic corn meal is ground dried corn that is certified as grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. It is a … More details →

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