Carob
What is Carob?
Carob is a legume derived from the pods of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), native to the Mediterranean region. The pods are dried, roasted, and ground into a powder, which can then be processed further into a syrup or extract.
Is Carob vegan?
Carob is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Carob gluten-free?
It is not related to gluten.
Is Carob a major allergen?
Carob is not one of the 14 major allergens that must be emphasised on UK food labels.
What is Carob used for?
Carob powder is often used as a chocolate substitute due to its naturally sweet, slightly bitter flavour and brown colour.
Is Carob safe?
Carob is not considered a food additive in the UK and does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Carob powder is often used as a chocolate substitute due to its naturally sweet, slightly bitter flavour and brown colour. It functions as a flavouring agent and sweetener in a variety of food products, including confectionery, baked goods, and beverages.
Health notes
Carob is not considered a food additive in the UK and does not have an E-number. It is a source of dietary fibre and naturally occurring sugars. While often promoted for health benefits, scientific evidence for specific health claims is limited. Regulatory bodies have not established specific intake limits for carob itself.
Allergen info
Carob is not one of the 14 major allergens that must be emphasised on UK food labels. It is not related to gluten.
Foods that contain Carob
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