Ingredient

Savory Flavor

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Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use savory flavors to enhance the taste of processed foods, making them more …

What it is

Savory flavor is a broad term for ingredients that add a savory or umami taste to foods. These flavors can be derived from natural sources like yeast extract, hydrolyzed vegetable proteins, or spices, or they can be created synthetically. They are designed to mimic the taste of cooked meats, broths, or aged cheeses.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use savory flavors to enhance the taste of processed foods, making them more appealing. They are commonly found in savory snacks, soups, sauces, processed meats, and frozen meals. These flavors can also help mask less desirable tastes or create a more complex flavor profile.

Health notes

Savory flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many flavor compounds. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, some individuals may be sensitive to certain flavor compounds. Evidence regarding long-term health effects at high intakes is limited, and research is ongoing.

Allergen info

Savory flavors are not typically derived from the major allergens. However, some savory flavors may be derived from hydrolyzed wheat or soy proteins, which would require labeling. Gluten is not a major allergen.

Products containing Savory Flavor

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Fish House Foods Company Stonemill Kitchens, Dip, Creamy Bacon Ranch Cheddar, Creamy Bacon Ranch Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 300kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 6.7Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Beef & Bean Burritos Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 247kcal 7.0Protein 11.9Fat 28.2Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Burritos, Spicy Picante , Medium Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 230kcal 7.1Protein 10.6Fat 26.6Carbs Culinevo Kitchen, Inc. BBQ Pulled Pork, BBQ Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 104kcal 5.8Protein 3.7Fat 11.6Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 274kcal 8.0Protein 12.4Fat 31.0Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Taco Seasoned Beef & Cheese Taquitos, Beef & Cheese Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 255kcal 8.2Protein 13.3Fat 26.5Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Beef & Bean Burritos Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 274kcal 8.0Protein 12.4Fat 31.0Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Beef & Bean Burrito, Beef & Bean Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 251kcal 7.1Protein 11.8Fat 28.6Carbs Beef, Bean & Cheese Flavor Chimichangas, Beef, Bean & Cheese Ruiz Food Products Inc Beef, Bean & Cheese Flavor Chimichangas, Beef, Bean & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 7.4Protein 11.1Fat 29.6Carbs Beef & Bean Mini Burritos, Beef & Bean Ruiz Food Products Inc Beef & Bean Mini Burritos, Beef & Bean Frozen Dinners & Entrees 262kcal 7.5Protein 12.5Fat 30Carbs Italian Style Pork Sausage, Italian Style Winco Foods, Inc. Italian Style Pork Sausage, Italian Style Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 411kcal 19.6Protein 35.7Fat 1.8Carbs George's Inc. Cast Iron Chicken Breast Chunks With Meat, Cast Iron Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 188kcal 16.1Protein 8.0Fat 13.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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