Set In Vegetable Oil
What is Set In Vegetable Oil?
Set in vegetable oil is not a specific ingredient but rather a description of how a food product is prepared. It means the food item is cooked or coated in vegetable oil, such as when frozen appetizers are fried or coated before being frozen.
Is Set In Vegetable Oil vegan?
Set In Vegetable Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Set In Vegetable Oil a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Set In Vegetable Oil used for?
Manufacturers use vegetable oil for frying, coating, or as a cooking medium for frozen foods.
Is Set In Vegetable Oil safe?
Vegetable oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use vegetable oil for frying, coating, or as a cooking medium for frozen foods. This method helps create a crispy texture, adds flavor, and can act as a preservative by preventing moisture loss. It is commonly found in frozen appetizers, breaded meats, and fried snacks.
Health notes
Vegetable oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The health impact depends on the specific type of vegetable oil used and the overall diet. Many vegetable oils are a source of unsaturated fats, which are considered healthier than saturated fats. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated many common vegetable oils, and they are widely used in the food supply.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. However, some vegetable oils are derived from major allergens like soy or tree nuts, and this should be specified on the ingredient list.
Foods that contain Set In Vegetable Oil
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Choice Canning Co. Inc.
Orange Chicken Breaded White Meat Chicken With Rib Meat, Rice & Vegetables, In An Asian Citrus Sauce, Orange Chicken
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
109kcal
3.5Protein
2.1Fat
19.4Carbs
AdvancePierre Foods Inc.
Italian Style Meatballs, Italian Style
345kcal
13.1Protein
29.8Fat
6.0Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Spicy Breaded Chicken Breast Fillet With Rib Meat On A Corn Dusted Bun Sandwiches, Spicy Breaded Chicken
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
256kcal
11.2Protein
8.1Fat
34.4Carbs
Fast Fixin' Restaurant Style Country Fried Steaks, 22.75 Oz
241kcal
11.6Protein
15.2Fat
16.1Carbs
Fast Fixin' Restaurant Style Homestyle Chicken Breasts, 22.75 Oz
232kcal
14.3Protein
12.5Fat
15.2Carbs
BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands
Buffalo Style Chicken Wings, Buffalo Style
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
190kcal
13.1Protein
10.7Fat
3.6Carbs
BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands
Honey BBQ Chicken Wings, Honey BBQ
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
214kcal
11.9Protein
10.7Fat
11.9Carbs
Smithfield Farmland Corp.
Southern Style Country Recipe Chicken Biscuits
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
274kcal
11.9Protein
13.1Fat
27.4Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Chicken Nuggets
200kcal
12Protein
10.7Fat
17.3Carbs
Food Town Stores Inc.
Food Lion, Chicken Sandwich, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
259kcal
11.1Protein
9.3Fat
32.7Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Crispy Chicken Strips
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
214kcal
10.7Protein
9.5Fat
23.8Carbs
La Tortilleria Tapatia, Inc.
Spaghetti With Meatballs
129kcal
8.2Protein
4.7Fat
14.1Carbs
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