Flavorings in Food
Flavorings add or enhance taste. Under FDA labeling rules, "natural flavor" and "artificial flavor" are defined terms, and the individual components of a flavor usually do not have to be listed.
Natural Spices And Flavors
Natural spices and flavors are derived from plant sources like herbs, roots, fruits, and seeds. They are processed using methods …
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Salted Caramel
Salted caramel is a flavor combination that blends sweet caramel with a savory saltiness. Caramel is made by heating sugars …
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Natural & Artificial Butter Flavor
Butter flavorings are complex mixtures of chemical compounds that mimic the taste and aroma of butter. Natural butter flavor is …
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Pure Sea Salt
Sea salt is salt that is made by evaporating seawater, leaving behind sodium chloride and trace amounts of other minerals …
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Organic Almond Extract
Organic almond extract is a flavoring made from organic almonds. It is created by steeping organic almonds in alcohol and …
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Ground Mustard Seeds
Ground mustard seeds are made from the dried, ground seeds of mustard plants, such as yellow mustard (Brassica hirta), brown …
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Organic Coffee Extract
Organic coffee extract is a concentrated liquid made from roasted coffee beans that are grown using organic farming methods. The …
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Summer Truffle
Summer truffles are a type of fungus that grows underground, typically in temperate climates. They are prized for their intense, …
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Cream Cheese Flavor
Cream cheese flavor is a food additive designed to mimic the taste and aroma of real cream cheese. It is …
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Caramel Extract
Caramel extract is a liquid flavoring made from heating sugars, often with water, to create a brown color and distinct …
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Bourbon Vanilla Pods
Bourbon vanilla pods are the cured seed pods of the vanilla orchid, primarily grown on the island of Madagascar (formerly …
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Natural Key Lime Flavor
Natural key lime flavor is derived from the key lime fruit (Citrus aurantiifolia). It is created by extracting aromatic compounds …
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Natural Flavor And Vanilla
Natural flavors are complex mixtures of aromatic chemicals, essential oils, and other plant or animal-derived substances. They are intended to …
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Rice Vinegar Powder
Rice vinegar powder is made by drying liquid rice vinegar. Rice vinegar itself is produced by fermenting rice, similar to …
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Garlic Water
Garlic water is a liquid flavoring made by steeping garlic in water. It captures the pungent, savory essence of garlic …
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Habanero Chili Powder
Habanero chili powder is made from dried and ground habanero peppers, a variety of the chili pepper species *Capsicum chinense*. …
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Onion Juice Powder
Onion juice powder is made from dehydrated onion juice. The juice is extracted from fresh onions, then dried using methods …
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Horse Radish
Horseradish is a pungent root vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which also includes mustard and wasabi. It is a …
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Organic Ancho Chile Powder
Organic ancho chile powder is made from dried poblano peppers. Poblano peppers are large, mild, dark green chiles that turn …
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Derived From Coffee Beans
This ingredient is a naturally occurring compound found in coffee beans. It is extracted from roasted coffee beans and processed …
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Salted Chili Pepper
Salted chili pepper is a food ingredient made from chili peppers that have been preserved with salt. The salt helps …
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Fried Garlic
Fried garlic is made by deep-frying fresh garlic cloves or slices in oil until they are golden brown and crispy. …
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Ground Cayenne Peppers
Ground cayenne peppers are dried and ground fruits from a cultivar of the plant species *Capsicum annuum*. They are a …
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Bbq Ranch Dressing
BBQ Ranch Dressing is a condiment that combines the smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors of barbecue sauce with the creamy, …
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Roasted Cumin Powder
Cumin is a popular spice made from the dried seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, which is native to the …
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Natural Lemon Juice Powder
Natural Lemon Juice Powder is made from real lemons. The juice is extracted from the lemons, and then the water …
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Dried Cumin
Cumin is a spice made from the dried seed of the Cuminum cyminum plant, which is native to the Middle …
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Garlic Blend
Garlic blend is a mixture of ingredients designed to provide the flavor of garlic. It typically includes dehydrated garlic or …
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Honey Mustard Seasoning
Honey mustard seasoning is a powdered blend that mimics the flavor of honey mustard sauce. It typically contains sugar, mustard …
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Peppermint Flakes
Peppermint flakes are dried and crushed leaves of the peppermint plant (Mentha piperita). This herb is native to Europe and …
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Mushroom Seasoning
Mushroom seasoning is a savory flavoring made from dried and ground mushrooms, often including varieties like shiitake, porcini, or portobello. …
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Chocolate Flavored Syrup
Chocolate flavored syrup is a sweet, thick liquid made primarily from cocoa or chocolate, sugar, water, and often other flavorings …
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Habanero Puree
Habanero puree is made from the habanero pepper, a variety of chili pepper known for its intense heat and fruity …
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Cayenne Chili Pepper
Cayenne chili pepper is a dried, ground fruit of a cultivar of the species *Capsicum annuum*. It is a variety …
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Anise Seeds
Anise seeds are the dried seeds of the Pimpinella anisum plant, native to the Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. The …
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Dehydrated Ginger
Dehydrated ginger is made from the dried rhizome (underground stem) of the ginger plant, Zingiber officinale. The drying process concentrates …
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Garlic Powder Onion Powder
Garlic powder is made from dried, ground garlic cloves. Onion powder is made from dried, ground onions. Both are used …
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Pork Base
Pork base is a concentrated flavoring ingredient made from cooked pork, pork fat, and often pork broth. It is typically …
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Ancho Chile Pepper
Ancho chile pepper is a dried poblano pepper. It is a mild to medium-hot chili pepper with a smoky, slightly …
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A Flavoring Solution Of Water
A Flavoring Solution of Water is a liquid mixture where water is the primary component. It is used as a …
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Maple Flavored Bits
Maple flavored bits are small, often crunchy pieces designed to mimic the taste and texture of maple syrup or maple …
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Ground Basil
Ground basil is made from dried basil leaves that have been finely ground. Basil is an herb in the mint …
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Dehydrated Garlic And Natural Flavoring
Dehydrated garlic and natural flavoring is a blend that starts with dried garlic, which is then combined with other natural …
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Tamarind And Natural Flavor
Tamarind is a tropical fruit that grows in a pod on the Tamarindus indica tree. The pulp inside the pod …
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Kentucky Bourbon
Kentucky Bourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn. It must be produced in the United States …
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Jasmine Green Tea
Jasmine green tea is a type of tea made from green tea leaves that have been scented with the fragrance …
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Red Pepper And Other Spices
Red pepper is a spice made from dried, ground red chili peppers. It provides a mild to moderate heat and …
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Garlic And Salt
Garlic and salt is a popular seasoning blend made from dried, ground garlic cloves and sodium chloride (table salt). It …
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Cheddar And Blue
Cheddar And Blue is a flavor profile that combines the distinct tastes of cheddar cheese and blue cheese. It is …
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Strawberry Extract
Strawberry extract is a flavoring agent made from strawberries. It can be produced using fresh strawberries or strawberry flavor compounds. …
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Other ingredient types
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.