Ingredient

Mono

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Role in food
Monoglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend ingredients that normally don't mix well, like …

What it is

Monoglycerides are a type of fat that can be found naturally in small amounts in foods like butter and eggs. They are also produced commercially by combining glycerol with fatty acids, often derived from vegetable oils or animal fats. These fats are used as emulsifiers in food processing.

Why it's used

Monoglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend ingredients that normally don't mix well, like oil and water. This improves texture and stability in many processed foods. They are commonly found in baked goods, ice cream, margarine, and processed meats.

Health notes

Monoglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of fat in the diet, and like other fats, should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated monoglycerides, and they are permitted for use in foods globally.

Allergen info

Monoglycerides are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Mono

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Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Turkey with Stuffing Dinners, 14 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 48% DV per serving 73kcal 5.0Protein 1.8Fat 9.3Carbs Farmland Foods, Inc. ""Rst,Ln,Pk,Apl Cin,Preckd,Fl,2Pc,Z"" Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 170kcal 17.9Protein 7.1Fat 8.0Carbs Ramen Noodle Soup, Beef Maruchan, Inc. Ramen Noodle Soup, Beef Other Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 442kcal 9.3Protein 16.3Fat 60.5Carbs Maruchan, Inc. Ramen Noodle Soup With Shrimp, Shrimp Other Soups High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 453kcal 10.9Protein 18.8Fat 60.9Carbs Maruchan, Inc. Ramen Noodles With Vegetables Bowl, Beef All Noodles High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 460kcal 10.5Protein 18.8Fat 58.6Carbs Maruchan, Inc. Home Style Japanese Noodles Savory Soy Sauce Yakisoba, Savory Soy Sauce All Noodles High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 452kcal 10.4Protein 17.4Fat 62.6Carbs Maruchan, Instant Lunch, Raman Noodles With Vegetables, Chicken Vegetable, Chicken Vegetable Maruchan, Inc. Maruchan, Instant Lunch, Raman Noodles With Vegetables, Chicken Vegetable, Chicken Vegetable All Noodles High in sodium — 59% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 453kcal 10.9Protein 17.2Fat 59.4Carbs Ramen Noodle Soup, Roast Beef Maruchan, Inc. Ramen Noodle Soup, Roast Beef Other Soups High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 442kcal 11.6Protein 16.3Fat 60.5Carbs Ramen Noodle Soup, Chili Maruchan, Inc. Ramen Noodle Soup, Chili Other Soups High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 442kcal 11.6Protein 16.3Fat 60.5Carbs Bytelady Publishing Gelato, Limoncello Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 138kcal 3.2Protein 6.4Fat 17.0Carbs Maruchan, Inc. Lime Shrimp Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup, Lime Shrimp Other Soups High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 442kcal 9.3Protein 16.3Fat 60.5Carbs Ramen Noodle Soup, Hearty Pork Maruchan, Inc. Ramen Noodle Soup, Hearty Pork Other Soups High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 481kcal 10.5Protein 23.0Fat 58.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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