Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein
What is Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein?
Hydrolyzed corn gluten and soy protein is made by breaking down proteins from corn gluten meal and soybeans into smaller pieces. This process, called hydrolysis, uses water and sometimes enzymes or acids to create a savory, umami-rich liquid or powder.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein vegan?
Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein a major allergen?
This ingredient is derived from soy, which is one of the FDA's 9 major food allergens.
What is Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein used for?
Manufacturers add this ingredient to enhance savory flavors and add umami, a desirable meaty or brothy taste.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein safe?
Hydrolyzed corn gluten and soy protein is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add this ingredient to enhance savory flavors and add umami, a desirable meaty or brothy taste. It is commonly found in processed foods like gravies, seasoned rice mixes, soups, sauces, and snack seasonings.
Health notes
Hydrolyzed corn gluten and soy protein is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar hydrolyzed vegetable proteins, and they are considered safe when consumed at typical levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from its use in food at normal dietary amounts.
Allergen info
This ingredient is derived from soy, which is one of the FDA's 9 major food allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten And Soy Protein
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McCormick & Company, Inc.
Sausage Flavor Country Gravy Mix, Sausage Flavor Country
444kcal
11.1Protein
16.7Fat
55.6Carbs
Zatarain's Inc.
Zatarain's Crab Cake Mix, 5.75 Oz
350kcal
10Protein
0Fat
75Carbs
Tony Chachere's Creole Foods of Opelousas, Inc.
Creole Yellow Rice Dinner Mix
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
348kcal
6.5Protein
1.1Fat
73.9Carbs
Southeastern Mills Inc.
Country Gravy Mix
455kcal
0Protein
27.3Fat
54.5Carbs
General Mills, Inc.
Crisp Crust Pizza, Mexican Style
High in sodium — 39% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
227kcal
8.6Protein
11.7Fat
22.1Carbs
Gallant Brands, Inc.
The Original Soup Man, Lobster Bisque
High in sodium — 43% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
102kcal
2.0Protein
6.5Fat
8.6Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Busy Baker, Baked Snack Crackers, Savory Chicken, Savory Chicken
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
500kcal
6.7Protein
26.7Fat
60Carbs
US Foods, Inc.
Onion Soup Base
312kcal
12.5Protein
6.2Fat
50Carbs
Simeks, Inc.
Meatball, Turkey
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
188kcal
18.8Protein
10.6Fat
4.7Carbs
Tony Chachere's Creole Foods of Opelousas, Inc.
Creole White Gravy Mix
333kcal
0Protein
0Fat
66.7Carbs
Zatarain's Inc.
Garlic & Herb Long Grain White Rice And Orzo Pasta With Savory Seasonings Rice Mix, Garlic & Herb
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
342kcal
7.9Protein
1.3Fat
76.3Carbs
Tony Chachere's Creole Foods of Opelousas, Inc.
Jambalaya Creole Dinner Mix, Jambalaya
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
359kcal
7.7Protein
1.7Fat
74.4Carbs
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