Ingredient

Seafood Base

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add seafood base to impart a rich, authentic seafood flavor to a variety …

What it is

Seafood base is a concentrated flavoring product made from cooked seafood, such as fish or shellfish, often combined with vegetables, herbs, and spices. It is typically processed to create a shelf-stable, intense broth or paste that captures the essence of seafood.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add seafood base to impart a rich, authentic seafood flavor to a variety of dishes. It is commonly used in soups, stews, sauces, and prepared meals to enhance the taste of seafood without using whole seafood ingredients.

Health notes

Seafood base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar flavorings. Typically, the amount used in food provides a low level of exposure. No significant health concerns are associated with its consumption at typical levels.

Allergen info

Seafood base is derived from fish or shellfish, which are two of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It is not a source of gluten.

Products containing Seafood Base

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Heritage Family Specialty Foods, Inc. Etouffee Base Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 66% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 79kcal 0.8Protein 5.9Fat 5.9Carbs Heritage Family Specialty Foods, Inc. Seafood Bisque Base Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 91kcal 1.6Protein 5.1Fat 7.5Carbs Heritage Family Specialty Foods, Inc. Gumbo Base Other Soups High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 91kcal 1.2Protein 6.7Fat 7.1Carbs Heritage Family Specialty Foods, Inc. Creole Cream Base Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 106kcal 3.7Protein 6.1Fat 9.0Carbs Heritage Family Specialty Foods, Inc. Seafood Chowder Base Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 98kcal 3.3Protein 4.9Fat 9.0Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Lobster Bisque Soup, Lobster Bisque Other Soups High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 114kcal 3.3Protein 7.8Fat 5.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Lobster Bisque Soup, Lobster Bisque Other Soups High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 114kcal 3.3Protein 7.8Fat 5.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Shrimp & Roasted Corn Chowder, Shrimp & Roasted Corn Other Soups High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 102kcal 2.5Protein 6.1Fat 8.2Carbs Heritage Family Specialty Foods, Inc. Cajun Style Etouffee Base Frozen Prepared Sides High in sodium — 52% DV per serving 61kcal 1.2Protein 3.3Fat 6.1Carbs Harbor Seafood Inc Crab & Corn Souffle 100% Real Crabmeat And Cheddar In A Light And Fluffy Souffle, Crab & Corn Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving 188kcal 10.7Protein 11.6Fat 10.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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