Protein Ingredients in Food
Protein ingredients such as isolates, concentrates and hydrolysates from milk, soy, peas and other sources are added for nutrition and texture.
Egg Base
Egg base is a broad term for ingredients made from eggs, often processed to isolate specific components like yolks or …
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Veal Bones
Veal bones are the skeletal remains of young cattle. They are typically simmered for extended periods to extract flavor and …
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Organic Pumpkin Seed Kernels
Organic pumpkin seed kernels are the edible seeds from organic pumpkins. They are typically removed from the pumpkin, washed, dried, …
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Organic Roasted Cashews
Cashews are kidney-shaped seeds that grow inside a shell attached to the bottom of the cashew apple. They are native …
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Whey Protein Powder
Whey protein powder is a protein-rich ingredient derived from whey, a byproduct of cheesemaking. It is produced by separating whey …
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Wagyu Beef
Wagyu is a breed of Japanese cattle. The name 'Wagyu' translates to 'Japanese cow' (gyu means cow in Japanese). These …
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Blue Swimming Crab Meat
Blue swimming crab meat is the edible flesh of the blue swimming crab, a species found in the Indo-Pacific region. …
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Cooked Shrimp Nigiri
Cooked shrimp nigiri is a type of sushi. It features a slice of cooked shrimp placed on top of a …
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Soy Flour Defatted
Defatted soy flour is made from soybeans after most of the oil has been removed. The beans are cleaned, dehulled, …
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Fully Cooked Ham And Water Product
Fully Cooked Ham And Water Product is a type of processed meat made from pork. It consists of ham that …
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Textured Plant Protein
Textured plant protein (TPP) is a meat alternative made from plant-based sources, most commonly soy, but also pea or wheat. …
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Non-gmo Whey Protein Isolate
Non-GMO whey protein isolate is a highly purified form of whey protein, a byproduct of cheese production. It is made …
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Iwon Organic Protein Blend
Iwon Organic Protein Blend is a proprietary mix of plant-based proteins, primarily derived from peas, rice, and potatoes. These ingredients …
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Native Whey Protein Isolate
Native whey protein isolate is a protein derived from milk. It is produced by isolating whey protein from skim milk …
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Cuttlefish
Cuttlefish are marine mollusks, related to squid and octopuses. They have a distinctive internal shell called a cuttlebone. Cuttlefish are …
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Cooked Beef Crumbles
Cooked beef crumbles are small pieces of ground or chopped beef that have been cooked. They are typically made from …
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Prosciutto: Pork
Prosciutto is a dry-cured ham, typically made from pork leg. It is salt-cured and then aged for several months to …
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Shelled Edamame
Shelled edamame are immature soybeans, harvested before they harden. They are typically steamed or boiled and then shelled. Edamame are …
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Roasted Beef And Beef Stock
Roasted beef and beef stock are made from beef that has been cooked, typically by roasting. The stock is the …
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Pasteurized Liquid Eggs
Pasteurized liquid eggs are whole eggs that have been removed from their shells, mixed, and then heated to kill bacteria …
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Virginia Peanuts
Virginia peanuts are a variety of the peanut plant, known for their large size and distinctive flavor. They are grown …
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Whey And Milk Protein Concentrate
Whey and milk protein concentrate are dairy ingredients made from milk. They are produced by removing water, lactose, and minerals …
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Organic Sprouted Legumes
Legumes, such as beans, lentils, and peas, are seeds from plants in the Fabaceae family. Sprouting involves soaking the seeds …
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Chicken Tenderloins
Chicken tenderloins are long, thin strips of white meat from the underside of the chicken breast. They are a naturally …
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Cooked Cured Pork Pizza Topping
Cooked cured pork pizza topping is a meat product made from pork that has been preserved through a curing process, …
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Sprouted Whole Grain Brown Rice Protein
Sprouted whole grain brown rice protein is a plant-based protein powder made from brown rice. The rice grains are allowed …
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Grilled White Chicken Meat
This is chicken meat that has been cooked using a grilling method. The grilling process typically involves high heat, often …
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Beef Patty
A beef patty is a ground or minced beef product, typically formed into a flat, round shape. It is made …
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Smoked Sausage
Smoked sausage is a type of processed meat made from ground or chopped meat, typically pork or beef, mixed with …
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Roasted Salted Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted salted pumpkin seeds are the edible seeds of a pumpkin, often from the Cucurbita pepo variety. After harvesting, the …
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Canadian Style Bacon
Canadian style bacon is a cured pork product made from the loin of a pig. It is typically trimmed of …
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White Navy Beans
White navy beans are a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). They are small, white, and oval-shaped. They are …
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Cooked Italian Style Meatballs
Cooked Italian Style Meatballs are a composite food product made from ground meat, typically beef, pork, or a combination, mixed …
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Turkey Thighs
Turkey thighs are a dark meat cut from the rear leg of a turkey. They are known for their rich …
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Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is the liver of a chicken, a nutrient-rich organ meat. It is often cooked and processed for use …
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Boneless Duck Breast
Boneless duck breast is the meat from the breast of a duck, with the bones removed. It is a common …
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Field Peas
Field peas are a type of legume, commonly grown for food. They are a variety of the common pea (Pisum …
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Pigeon Peas
Pigeon peas are a legume native to Africa, now widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions. They are also known …
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Soyflour
Soy flour is made from ground soybeans. It is a nutrient-dense ingredient that contains protein, fiber, and other beneficial compounds. …
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Organic Soy Protein Isolate
Organic soy protein isolate is a highly purified form of soy protein, with most of the fat and carbohydrates removed. …
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Vegetable Protein Glaze
Vegetable protein glaze is a food ingredient derived from plant-based proteins, often from sources like soy, pea, or wheat. It …
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Pork Shoulder
Pork shoulder, also known as pork butt or Boston butt, is a cut of meat from the upper part of …
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Green Chickpeas
Green chickpeas are young chickpeas that are harvested before they fully mature and dry out. They have a brighter green …
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Pork Tongues
Pork tongues are the muscular organs from the mouths of pigs. They are typically cooked and can be prepared in …
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A Portion Of Ground Ham Shank And Ham Added
This ingredient is made from cured ham, including the shank portion. The ham is typically cured with salt and other …
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Chicken Sausage
Chicken sausage is a processed meat product made from ground chicken, seasoned with spices and other ingredients. It is typically …
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Encased In Beef Collagen Casing
This is the outer skin of sausages and hot dogs. It is made from the cleaned intestines of animals, most …
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Haddock Fillets
Haddock is a white, flaky fish found in the Atlantic Ocean. Haddock fillets are the boneless, skinless portions of this …
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Cooked Grill Marked White Meat Chicken Strips
This ingredient consists of pre-cooked strips of white meat chicken that have been grilled to create grill marks. The chicken …
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Chicken Feet
Chicken feet are the feet of domestic chickens. They are a common food item in many parts of the world, …
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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.