Smoked Yeast
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What it is
Smoked yeast is a flavoring ingredient made from yeast that has been exposed to smoke. The yeast is typically deactivated after smoking, and then dried and ground into a powder. This process imparts a smoky flavor and aroma to foods.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use smoked yeast to add a smoky taste and aroma to a variety of foods, often as a savory flavor enhancer. It is commonly found in processed meat products, vegetarian meat alternatives, soups, sauces, and snack foods.
Health notes
Smoked yeast is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring ingredient. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated yeast extracts and flavorings, and have not set specific numerical limits for intake. Research on yeast extracts generally indicates they are safe when consumed in typical amounts found in food.
Allergen info
Smoked yeast is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Smoked Yeast
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Quorn Foods Inc.
Gourmet Burgers
138kcal
11.2Protein
6.2Fat
11.2Carbs
Quorn Foods Inc.
Meatless & Soy-Free Quarter Pound Burgers
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
140kcal
11.4Protein
7.0Fat
10.5Carbs
Supervalu, Inc.
Bean With Bacon Condensed Soup With Smoke, Smoke
High in sodium — 37% DV per serving
112kcal
5.6Protein
2.4Fat
16.8Carbs
Quorn Foods Inc.
Vegan Burgers
167kcal
16.7Protein
6.7Fat
15Carbs
Save Mart Supermarkets Inc.
Bean With Bacon Condensed Soup, Bean With Bacon
High in sodium — 37% DV per serving
112kcal
5.6Protein
2.4Fat
16.8Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Bean With Bacon Flavor Condensed Soup, Bean With Bacon
High in sodium — 37% DV per serving
112kcal
5.6Protein
2.4Fat
16.8Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Chicken Corn Hearty Chowder, Chicken Corn
High in sodium — 36% DV per serving
82kcal
2.5Protein
3.7Fat
9.4Carbs