Ingredient

Garlic And Spices

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Garlic and spices are primarily used as flavor enhancers in a wide variety of …

What it is

Garlic is a plant in the onion family, known for its strong flavor and aroma. Spices are dried seeds, fruits, roots, bark, or vegetative substances used for flavoring, coloring, or preserving food. Together, they form a blend used to enhance the taste of various foods.

Why it's used

Garlic and spices are primarily used as flavor enhancers in a wide variety of savory foods. They add depth and complexity to dishes, making them more appealing to consumers. Common applications include sauces, marinades, processed meats, and snack foods.

Health notes

Garlic and spices are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used for flavoring. While garlic has been studied for potential health benefits, such as effects on heart health, research is ongoing and often shows mixed results. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated various spices for safety, typically finding them safe at levels used in food. There are no widespread controversies regarding their use as flavoring agents at typical dietary intakes.

Allergen info

Garlic is not one of the nine major allergens. Some spices can be derived from plants that are also allergens (e.g., mustard seed), but this blend is not inherently a major allergen. Gluten is not typically present in garlic and spice blends unless cross-contamination occurs.

Products containing Garlic And Spices

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Shredded, Seasoned Chicken PRODUCTOS CHATA, S.A. DE C.V. Shredded, Seasoned Chicken Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 179kcal 21.4Protein 12.5Fat 0Carbs Frontera Foods, Inc. Frontera, Taco Sauce, Medium Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs GS1 Mexico Chata, Cochinita Pibil Canned Meat 143kcal 19.6Protein 5.4Fat 3.6Carbs GS1 Mexico Carey, Green Pickled Sliced Jalapeno Peppers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 29kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.9Carbs GS1 Mexico Carey, Green Pickled Jalapeno Peppers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 29kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.9Carbs Ad-Visor Italian Style Bruschetta Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 464kcal 14.3Protein 16.1Fat 67.9Carbs GS1 Mexico Carey, Jalapeno Peppers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Del Grosso Foods, Inc. Delgrosso, Pasta Sauce, Meat, Meat Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 64kcal 2.4Protein 1.6Fat 9.6Carbs Del Grosso Foods, Inc. Delgrosso, Original Family Recipe Pasta Sauce, Meat, Meat Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 64kcal 2.4Protein 1.6Fat 9.6Carbs GS1 Mexico Chilorio Shredded Seasoned Chicken Canned Meat High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 196kcal 21.4Protein 12.5Fat 0Carbs GS1 Mexico Green Pickled Jalapeno Peppers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 29kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.9Carbs GS1 Mexico Carey, Green Pickled Jalapeno Peppers Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 29kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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