Ingredient

Beef Type Flavor

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Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use beef type flavor to enhance or impart a savory, meaty taste to …

What it is

Beef type flavor is a flavoring substance designed to mimic the taste and aroma of cooked beef. It is typically created using a combination of natural and artificial ingredients, which may include yeast extracts, spices, and other flavor compounds.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use beef type flavor to enhance or impart a savory, meaty taste to foods. It is commonly found in processed meat products, sauces, gravies, seasonings, and savory snacks where a beefy profile is desired.

Health notes

Beef type flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various flavoring substances, and while specific evaluations for 'beef type flavor' as a single entity may not be publicly detailed, the components used are subject to safety assessments. At typical consumption levels, these flavors are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Beef type flavor is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Beef Type Flavor

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BREMER Steak And Cheddar Cheese In A Crust Hot Stuffed Sandwiches, Steak And Cheddar Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 266kcal 9.4Protein 12.5Fat 28.1Carbs Foster Poultry Farms Green Burritos Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 304kcal 8.9Protein 9.8Fat 46.4Carbs Johnsonville Sausage, L.L.C. Patties, Hickory Barbecue Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 298kcal 13.9Protein 24.5Fat 4.6Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Michelina's, Zap Ems, Sloppy Joe Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 204kcal 8.0Protein 5.3Fat 31.0Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Swedish Meatballs Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 124kcal 6.2Protein 3.3Fat 17.4Carbs Kahiki Foods, Inc. Beef & Broccoli Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 154kcal 6.7Protein 8.0Fat 14.7Carbs Kahiki Foods, Inc. Szechuan-Style Pepper Steak Tender Sliced Beef With Steamed White Rice, Onions, And Red And Green Bell Peppers In A Spicy Szechuan-Style Pepper Sauce + Vegetable Egg Roll, Szechuan-Style Pepper Steak Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 138kcal 4.4Protein 3.5Fat 22.1Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Prime Rib With Asparagus, Mushrooms And Red Skinned Potatoes In A Red Wine Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 90kcal 5.0Protein 2.7Fat 11.3Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Beef And Broccoli Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 100kcal 5.7Protein 2.2Fat 13.5Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Korean Style BBQ Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 112kcal 5.8Protein 2.1Fat 17.0Carbs Kahiki Foods, Inc. Beef & Broccoli Tender Sliced Beef, Broccoli Florets, And White Rice With A Brown Garlic Soy Sauce + Thai Basil Chicken Spring Roll Chicken, Thai Basil, Cabbage, Carrots In A Thin, Crispy Wrapper, Beef & Broccoli Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 151kcal 5.8Protein 3.9Fat 22.8Carbs AdvancePierre Foods Inc. Mini Angus Cheeseburgers Beef Patty With Cheese On A Bun Sandwiches, Mini Angus Cheeseburgers Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 302kcal 11.6Protein 12.4Fat 34.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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