Is El Monterey Frozen Mexican Food Extra Crunchy Taquitos Southwest Chicken 21 Count - 24.2 Oz Gluten Free?

No. This product is not gluten free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain gluten and 3 ingredients contain gluten depending on the source.

Why it's not gluten free

  • water enriched wheat flour enriched wheat flour
  • enriched wheat flour
  • wheat gluten
  • flavors
  • modified food starch
  • natural hickory smoke flavor

water enriched wheat flour enriched wheat flour

Dietitian note

Wheat is the most popular cereal grain in the world. It can be found in a wide variety of foods from pastas and breads to chips and other savory snacks. Wheat and all its derivatives contain gluten.

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Description

Frozen taquitos deliver a spicy Southwest-style filling encased in an extra-crispy shell. Customers note robust southwest-seasoning flavor and very crunchy texture when baked, with quicker but softer results from microwaving. Common uses include snacks, party appetizers, and quick meals; reviews praise convenience and crispiness while noting occasional uneven heating issues.

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Ingredients

Water Enriched Wheat Flour Enriched Wheat Flour (Enriched With Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vegetable Oil (Soybean, Canola, Palm,, Corn Oil), Batter Seasoning (Yellow Corn Flour, Enriched Wheat Flour (Enriched With Niacin, Reduced Iron Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Spices, Salt, Jalapeno Pepper, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Biacarbonate), Guar Gum, Oleoresin Paprika, And Tumeric, Flavors), Pasteurized Process Monterey Jack And American Cheese Blend With Peppers Pasteurized Process Monterey Jack And American Cheese Blend With Peppers (Jack And American Cheese (Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Water, Skim Milk, Palm Oil, Sodium Phosphates, Modified Food Starch, Peppers (Red, Green And Jalapeno Peppers), Salt, Lactic Acid), Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese Low Moisture Mozzarella Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Cooked Chicken Cooked Chicken (Chicken, Water, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Sodium Phosphate), Cooked Black Beans (Water, Black Beans), Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese (Cheddar Cheese (Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Water, Contains 2% Or Less Sodium Phosphate, Milkfat, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Salt, Vegetable Color (Annatto, And Paprika Oleoresin)), Spinach Red Bell Pepper Corn Contains 2% Or Less Modified Corn Starch, Jalapeno Pepper (With Salt, Acetic Acid, Calcium Chloride), Cilantro, Salt, Spices, Garlic (With Citric Acid), Chili Pepper, Smoke Powder (Maltodextrin, Natural Hickory Smoke Flavor), Dough Conditioners (Yeast, Wheat Gluten, Sugar, Guar Gum, Modified Food Starch, Sodium Metabisulfite)

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What is a Gluten Free diet?

A gluten-free diet excludes all foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. It's essential for people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or wheat allergy, as consuming gluten can trigger inflammation and digestive issues. Common gluten-containing foods include bread, pasta, cereals, and baked goods, though many gluten-free alternatives now exist using rice, corn, or almond flour. Beyond medical necessity, some people choose a gluten-free lifestyle for perceived health benefits, though experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced diet rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals when eliminating gluten-containing grains.

Where to buy

El Monterey Frozen Mexican Food Extra Crunchy Taquitos Southwest Chicken 21 Count - 24.2 Oz is available at 21 retailers

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About this product

Frozen Meal · Frozen

Flavor
SavorySpicyGarlickyHerbaceous
Texture
CrispyCrunchy
Commonly used for
SnackingLunchMeal PrepOn The Go