Ingredient

Cilantro Flavor

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Allergen

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Role in food

Manufacturers use cilantro flavor to add a fresh, herbaceous note to a variety of …

What it is

Cilantro flavor is a flavoring agent that mimics the taste and aroma of fresh cilantro, an herb commonly used in Mexican, Latin American, and Asian cuisines. It can be derived from natural sources, such as cilantro itself, or created synthetically.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cilantro flavor to add a fresh, herbaceous note to a variety of foods without using the actual herb. It is frequently found in savory products like frozen meals, rice dishes, sauces, snacks, and marinades.

Health notes

In the US, flavoring substances like cilantro flavor are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavoring substances, but specific evaluations for 'cilantro flavor' as a distinct compound may vary. At typical consumption levels found in food, these flavors are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Cilantro flavor is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cilantro Flavor

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Herdez S.A. Herdez, Cocina Mexicana Bowl, Chicken Chipotle, Chicken Chipotle Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving 127kcal 7.4Protein 3.5Fat 15.9Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Goya, Rice & Pinto Beans With Green Chiles & Tomatoes Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 356kcal 8.9Protein 0Fat 75.6Carbs Advantus Corp. Trader Jose's, Beef Steak Burritos With Seasoned Beans Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 46% DV per serving 172kcal 8.4Protein 4.0Fat 25.1Carbs Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Chicken Taquitos Seasoned Dark Meat Chicken Rolled In A Crispy Corn Tortilla, Chicken Taquitos Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 222kcal 10.4Protein 6.2Fat 31.2Carbs Herdez S.A. Herdez, Cocina Mexicana, Beef Barbacoa Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 113kcal 8.8Protein 1.8Fat 15.2Carbs Herdez S.A. Herdez, Cocina Mexicana, Carnitas & Charro Beans Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 64% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving 124kcal 13.8Protein 4.2Fat 10.9Carbs Herdez S.A. Cocina Mexicana Pollo Asado Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 110kcal 8.5Protein 1.4Fat 15.6Carbs Herdez S.A. Cocina Mexicana Carne Asada Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 45% DV per serving 110kcal 6.7Protein 2.4Fat 15.7Carbs Herdez S.A. Pork Al Pastor Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 45% DV per serving 117kcal 7.4Protein 2.8Fat 15.6Carbs Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Gourmet Restaurant Style Spicy Beef Enchiladas, Restaurant Style Spicy Beef Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 161kcal 7.5Protein 7.5Fat 14.9Carbs Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Beef Taquitos Seasoned Beef Rolled In A Crispy Corn Tortilla, Beef Taquitos Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 250kcal 9.0Protein 9.0Fat 33.3Carbs

Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Chicken And 2-Cheese White Meat Chicken, 2 Cheeses And Roasted Corn Salsa In A Crispy Corn Tortilla Mini Tacos, Chicken And 2-Cheese Other Deli 190kcal 11.4Protein 3.2Fat 29.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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