Chicken Bouillon Type
What is Chicken Bouillon Type?
Chicken bouillon is a concentrated powder or cube made from dehydrated chicken, chicken fat, and seasonings like salt and spices. It is often produced by simmering chicken parts, then concentrating the broth and drying it with other ingredients.
Is Chicken Bouillon Type vegan?
No. Chicken Bouillon Type is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Chicken Bouillon Type gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten unless wheat-based ingredients are added.
Is Chicken Bouillon Type a major allergen?
Chicken bouillon is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens.
What is Chicken Bouillon Type used for?
Manufacturers add chicken bouillon to provide a savory chicken flavor and aroma to foods.
Is Chicken Bouillon Type safe?
Chicken bouillon is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add chicken bouillon to provide a savory chicken flavor and aroma to foods. It is commonly used in soups, stews, sauces, gravies, marinades, and rice dishes, as well as in processed foods like frozen meals and snack mixes.
Health notes
Chicken bouillon is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is primarily a source of sodium, and high sodium intake is linked to increased blood pressure. The FDA sets a Daily Value for sodium at 2,300 mg per day. JECFA has evaluated bouillon cubes and powders, but did not set a numeric acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Chicken bouillon is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten unless wheat-based ingredients are added.
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