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E160Bi Colour Not animal-derived Bixin is a carotenoid pigment naturally found in the seeds of the annatto tree (Bixa orellana). It is extracted from … More details → E475 Emulsifier Animal-derived E475 is a group of emulsifiers made from fatty acids and glycerol. They are typically produced by reacting edible fats … More details → East Extract East Extract is a flavouring substance derived from yeast. Yeast extract is produced by breaking down yeast cells to release … More details → Emmer Not animal-derived Emmer is an ancient variety of wheat, scientifically known as *Triticum dicoccum*. It is one of the earliest cultivated grains, … More details → Emulsifier Soya Lecithin Not animal-derived Soya lecithin is a type of phospholipid, a fatty substance found naturally in the body and in plant and animal … More details → Endive Not animal-derived Endive is a leafy vegetable with a slightly bitter taste, belonging to the chicory family. It is grown in darkness … More details → Enzyme Blend Enzyme blends are mixtures of enzymes, which are proteins that act as biological catalysts. They are produced through fermentation processes … More details → Ethyl Vanillin Not animal-derived Ethyl vanillin is a synthetic aromatic compound that mimics the flavour of vanilla. It is produced industrially, often through chemical … More details → European plaice Animal-derived European plaice (Pleuronectes platessa) is a flatfish found in the North Atlantic and North Sea. It is a popular white … More details → Extra Virgin Oil Not animal-derived Extra virgin olive oil is the highest grade of olive oil, produced by mechanical means from fresh olives without the … More details → Faba Protein Concentrate Not animal-derived Faba protein concentrate is derived from fava beans (also known as broad beans). The beans are processed to isolate and … More details → Fat Reduced Alkalised Cocoa Powder Not animal-derived Fat-reduced alkalised cocoa powder is made from cocoa beans that have had some of their natural fat (cocoa butter) removed. … More details → Fava Bean Protein Isolate Not animal-derived Fava bean protein isolate is a concentrated source of protein derived from fava beans (also known as broad beans). The … More details → Fermented Rice Alcohol Not animal-derived Fermented rice alcohol is a liquid produced by the fermentation of rice. This process, similar to brewing, uses yeast and … More details → Fillets Animal-derived Fillets are pieces of fish or meat that have been cut from the animal. They are typically boneless and skinless, … More details → Fine Green Beans Not animal-derived Fine green beans, also known as French beans or haricots verts, are a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). … More details → Fish meat Animal-derived Fish meat refers to the edible flesh of fish. It is a primary source of protein and nutrients, obtained through … More details → Fish Paste Animal-derived Fish paste is a savoury condiment made from finely ground or pureed fish, often with salt and other seasonings. It … More details → Flaked Pearl Barley Not animal-derived Flaked pearl barley is a whole grain product made from barley that has been dehulled, pearled (to remove the outer … More details → Flavourings Acid Flavourings are substances that give food a particular taste or smell. They can be derived from natural sources like fruits, … More details → Flavours Or Hydrogenated Fat Flavours are substances or mixtures that impart taste and/or odour to food. They can be derived from natural sources (plants, … More details → Food Colouring Food colourings are substances that add or restore colour to food, making it more appealing to consumers. They can be … More details → Free Range Whole Milk Animal-derived Free-range whole milk comes from cows that have access to pasture for grazing. The 'whole' designation means it contains its … More details → French Brandy Animal-derived French brandy is a type of cognac, a distilled spirit made from grapes grown in the Cognac region of France. … More details → Fresh pasta Animal-derived Fresh pasta is a type of pasta made from a dough of durum wheat flour, eggs, and sometimes water. It … More details → Fresh tomatoes Not animal-derived Tomatoes are the edible, usually red, fruit of the nightshade plant Solanum lycopersicum. Native to western South America, they are … More details → Fruit Filling Fruit filling is a sweet preparation made primarily from fruit, sugar, and often a gelling agent. It is typically cooked … More details → Fully Refined Soya Oil Not animal-derived Fully refined soya oil is a vegetable oil extracted from soybean seeds. The refining process removes impurities, colour, and flavour, … More details → Garam Masala Blend Not animal-derived Garam masala is a blend of ground spices, originating from the Indian subcontinent. The exact composition varies regionally and by … More details → Garcinia Cambogia Not animal-derived Garcinia cambogia is a tropical fruit, native to Indonesia and Southeast Asia. The extract from its rind, particularly rich in … More details → Gelatine Hydrolysate Animal-derived Gelatine hydrolysate is a protein-rich substance derived from collagen, which is typically sourced from animal bones and connective tissues. The … More details → Ginger Oil Not animal-derived Ginger oil is a volatile oil extracted from the rhizomes (underground stems) of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). It is … More details → Ginger Sauce Not animal-derived Ginger sauce is a savoury condiment made from the root of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). The root is typically … More details → Gluten Free Wheat Starch Not animal-derived Gluten-free wheat starch is a purified starch derived from wheat, from which the gluten protein has been removed. The process … More details → Golden Millet Seed Not animal-derived Golden millet seed is a small, round grain, typically yellow or golden in colour. It is a type of cereal … More details → Grain Alcohol Not animal-derived Grain alcohol is a clear, colourless liquid produced by the fermentation of grains such as wheat, corn, or rye. The … More details → Grain Blend Not animal-derived A grain blend is a mixture of different types of grains, such as wheat, oats, barley, rye, or corn. These … More details → Gran Levanto Cheese Animal-derived Gran Levanto is a type of Italian hard cheese, often made from a blend of cow's and sheep's milk. It … More details → Grana Padano Cheese Animal-derived Grana Padano is a hard, Italian cheese made from unpasteurised cow's milk. It is produced in the Po River valley … More details → Green Cardamom Pods Not animal-derived Green cardamom pods contain small black seeds that are highly aromatic. They are native to the Indian subcontinent and are … More details → Green Chilli Paste Not animal-derived Green chilli paste is made from ground green chillies, often with added salt, oil, or other spices. It is used … More details → Ground Coriander Not animal-derived Ground coriander is made from the dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum), a herb in the parsley family. … More details → Ground Ginger Not animal-derived Ground ginger is made from the dried rhizome (underground stem) of the ginger plant, Zingiber officinale, which is native to … More details → Guar Gum Xanthan Gum Not animal-derived Guar gum and xanthan gum are both soluble dietary fibres. Guar gum is extracted from the guar bean, a legume … More details → Habanero Mash Not animal-derived Habanero mash is a preparation made from the habanero chilli pepper, a variety known for its intense heat and fruity … More details → Halloumi Medium Fat Hard Cheese Animal-derived Halloumi is a semi-hard, unripened brined cheese traditionally made from a mixture of goat's and sheep's milk. It originates from … More details → Ham With Added Water Animal-derived Ham with added water is a type of cured pork product where water, and sometimes other ingredients like salt or … More details → Hass avocado Not animal-derived The Hass avocado is a popular variety of avocado, originating from California and now grown worldwide. It is a fruit … More details → Hawthorn Not animal-derived Hawthorn is a thorny shrub or tree native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Its berries, leaves, and flowers … More details → Hazelnut oil Not animal-derived Hazelnut oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the kernels of hazelnuts. It is produced by pressing the nuts, often … More details →

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