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Toasted Maize Germ Not animal-derived Toasted maize germ is the nutrient-rich embryo of the maize (corn) kernel, separated during the milling process. It is then … More details → Tomatoes-in-tomato-juice Not animal-derived Tomatoes preserved in their own juice are whole or chopped tomatoes that have been canned. They are typically grown commercially … More details → Trimagnesium Citrate Not animal-derived Trimagnesium citrate is a magnesium salt of citric acid. It is produced by reacting citric acid with a magnesium source, … More details → UHT sterilised skimmed milk Animal-derived UHT sterilised skimmed milk is cow's milk from which most of the fat has been removed, then heated to a … More details → Vegetable Fats Not animal-derived Vegetable fats are fats derived from plants. They are extracted from various plant sources such as seeds, nuts, and fruits, … More details → Vegetable Glycerin Vegetable glycerin, also known as glycerol, is a clear, colourless, odourless, viscous liquid. It is a simple polyol compound derived … More details → Vegetable pigment Not animal-derived Vegetable pigments are natural colourings derived from plant sources such as fruits, vegetables, seeds, and roots. They are extracted using … More details → Vermouth Animal-derived Vermouth is a fortified wine flavoured with herbs, botanicals and spices. It originates from Italy and is typically made by … More details → Vinegar Blend Not animal-derived A vinegar blend is a mixture of different types of vinegar, often including distilled white vinegar, cider vinegar, or wine … More details → Vitamin B Blend A vitamin B blend is a mixture of several B vitamins, such as B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 … More details → Vitamin Bi Not animal-derived Vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is a water-soluble vitamin. It is found naturally in foods such as whole grains, … More details → Wagyu Beef Animal-derived Wagyu is a Japanese breed of cattle, known for its intensely marbled meat. The high fat content gives it a … More details → Wakame Seaweed Not animal-derived Wakame is a type of edible seaweed, a marine vegetable that grows in the wild and is also cultivated. It … More details → Water Beef Bones Animal-derived Water beef bones is a liquid stock made by simmering beef bones, often with vegetables and herbs, to extract flavour … More details → Water Carrots Not animal-derived Water carrots are a processed food product made from carrots. The carrots are typically blanched or cooked, then blended with … More details → Water Quinoa Seeds Not animal-derived Quinoa seeds are the edible seeds of the Chenopodium quinoa plant, native to the Andes region of South America. They … More details → Water Soybeans Salt Vinegar Not animal-derived Soy sauce is a liquid condiment made from fermented soybeans, wheat (though gluten-free versions exist), salt, and water. The fermentation … More details → Water Sunflower Oil Not animal-derived Water is a clear, odourless, tasteless liquid essential for life. It is naturally occurring and makes up a significant proportion … More details → Water Tomatoes Not animal-derived Tomatoes are fruits that grow on vines. They are a staple in many cuisines worldwide, including the UK. They can … More details → Waxy corn Not animal-derived Waxy corn is a type of maize (corn) that is characterised by its high amylopectin starch content, giving it a … More details → Wheat grain Not animal-derived Wheat grain is the kernel of the wheat plant, a cereal grass cultivated worldwide. It is a staple food, providing … More details → Wheat syrup Not animal-derived Wheat syrup, also known as malt syrup or wheat malt extract, is a liquid sweetener derived from wheat. It is … More details → Whiskey Whiskey is a spirit distilled from fermented grain mash, typically barley, corn, rye, or wheat. It is aged in wooden … More details → Whisky Whisky is a spirit distilled from fermented grain mash, typically barley, corn, rye, or wheat. It is then aged in … More details → White cane sugar Not animal-derived White cane sugar is a common refined sugar derived from sugarcane. The sugarcane juice is extracted, purified, and then crystallised … More details → White Guava Not animal-derived White guava is a tropical fruit, native to Central and South America, now cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions … More details → White wine extract Not animal-derived White wine extract is derived from white wine. It is produced by removing the alcohol and water from white wine, … More details → Wholemeal Wheat Flour Not animal-derived Wholemeal wheat flour is made from the entire wheat grain, including the bran, germ, and endosperm. It is produced by … More details → Xanthum Gum Not animal-derived Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide produced by the fermentation of sugars by the bacterium *Xanthomonas campestris*. It is a white … More details → Yeast protein Not animal-derived Yeast protein is derived from the cells of yeast, a type of fungus. It is typically produced by growing yeast … More details → Yellow Bean Paste Not animal-derived Yellow bean paste is a fermented condiment made from soybeans, often with wheat flour, salt, and water. It is a … More details → Yogurt Dressing Animal-derived Yogurt dressing is a creamy sauce made primarily from yogurt, often thinned with water or milk and seasoned with herbs, … More details → Zein Not animal-derived Zein is a protein derived from corn (maize). It is extracted from corn gluten meal, a by-product of the corn … More details → 2 Pressed Apples Not animal-derived Pressed apples are the result of mechanically extracting the juice from apples. This process typically involves washing, cutting, and then … More details → 3 6 More details → 800 More details → A Dash Of Antioxidant Antioxidants are substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals. They are found naturally in … More details → A Dash Of Spirulina Extract Not animal-derived Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae, a cyanobacterium, that grows in both fresh and saltwater. The extract is typically … More details → A Splash Of Pressed Beetroot Not animal-derived A splash of pressed beetroot is a liquid derived from the root vegetable Beta vulgaris. The beetroot is typically washed, … More details → A Squeeze Of Lime Not animal-derived Lime is a citrus fruit, a hybrid of the citron and the pomelo, native to Southeast Asia. It is known … More details → Acerola Fruit Extract Not animal-derived Acerola fruit extract is derived from the acerola cherry, a tropical fruit native to South America and the Caribbean. The … More details → Acid Citric Acid Not animal-derived Citric acid is a weak organic acid that occurs naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. Industrially, it is … More details → Activated Almonds Not animal-derived Activated almonds are almonds that have undergone a soaking process, typically in water, for a period of time. This process … More details → Adenosine monophosphate Adenosine monophosphate (AMP) is a naturally occurring nucleotide found in all living cells. It plays a crucial role in cellular … More details → Almond milk Not animal-derived Almond milk is a plant-based beverage made from ground almonds and water. It is typically produced by soaking almonds, blending … More details → Aluminium sodium sulphate E521 Not animal-derived Aluminium sodium sulphate is an inorganic salt, a hydrated form of aluminium sulphate combined with sodium. It is typically manufactured … More details → Ammonium Acid Carbonate Not animal-derived Ammonium acid carbonate is a mixture of ammonium carbonate and ammonium bicarbonate. It is a white crystalline powder. It is … More details → Anglesey Sea Salt More details → Antioxidants Antioxidants are substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals, unstable molecules that the body … More details → Apple Sauce Not animal-derived Apple sauce is a purée made from cooked apples. It is typically made by simmering peeled and cored apples with … More details →

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