Ingredient

Starch Batter

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use starch batter to add a crunchy texture and golden color to fried …

What it is

Starch batter is a coating made primarily from starches, often combined with water, flour, and leavening agents. It is typically derived from plant sources like corn, wheat, or potatoes. The batter is applied to foods before cooking to create a crispy exterior.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use starch batter to add a crunchy texture and golden color to fried or baked foods. It also helps to seal in moisture during cooking. It is commonly found in frozen appetizers, breaded seafood, and processed meats.

Health notes

Starch batter ingredients are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The primary nutritional contribution is carbohydrates. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common starch ingredients. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption of foods coated in starch batter.

Allergen info

Depending on the specific starch used, it may be derived from wheat, which is a major allergen. If wheat is an ingredient, it may contain gluten. Otherwise, starches are not typically considered major allergens.

Products containing Starch Batter

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Riverside Foods Premium Reuben Bites 4626 Cheese/Cheese Substitutes High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 207kcal 10.1Protein 6.1Fat 26.3Carbs Riverside Foods Breaded Prime Skinless Walleye Fingers 11109 Fish Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 166kcal 12.9Protein 1.2Fat 25.9Carbs Riverside Foods Premium Ham & Cheese Bites 4625 Cheese/Cheese Substitutes High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 233kcal 11Protein 9Fat 25Carbs Riverside Foods Pepper Jack Cheese Cubes 4475 Cheese/Cheese Substitutes High in sodium — 64% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 265kcal 12Protein 15Fat 21Carbs Riverside Foods Beer Battered Mushrooms 4360 Vegetables Unprepared/Unprocessed (Frozen) 131kcal 4Protein 1Fat 26Carbs Mr. Dee's Inc. Beer-Battered White Cheddar Cheese Curds Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 338kcal 16.2Protein 21.2Fat 17.5Carbs Allied Dairy Products, Inc. Beer Battered White Cheddar Cheese, Beer Battered Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 332kcal 16Protein 20Fat 20Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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