Is Old El Paso Spanish Style Rice Mix, Side Dish, 7.6 oz Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • calcium phosphate
  • natural and artificial flavor
  • contains 0, 5%, less of modified corn starch, calcium phosphate, garlic

calcium phosphate

Dietitian note

Calcium phosphate, monocalcium phosphate, and tricalcium phosphate all refer to a mineral salt that can be found in both rocks and bones. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Mildly seasoned Spanish-style rice with a fluffy, slightly moist texture and distinct savory notes; commonly used as a side for tacos, burritos, grilled meats, and Mexican-inspired bowls. Reviewers often note easy preparation, consistent flavor, adequate portioning, occasional saltiness, and suitability as a quick convenient accompaniment for weeknight dinners and gatherings.

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Ingredients

Enriched Parboiled Rice (Rice, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Folic Acid), Maltodextrin, Tomato (Dried), Onion (Dried), Salt, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Corn, Soy, Wheat), Red Bell Peppers (Dried), Green Bell Peppers (Dried), Sugar, Contains 0,5% Or Less Of Modified Corn Starch, Calcium Phosphate, Garlic (Dried), Chili Powder (Chili Pepper, Spice, Salt, Garlic Powder), Vegetable Oil (Canola, High Oleic Soybean, Sunflower Oil), Citric Acid, Spice And Color, Natural And Artificial Flavor

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What is a Alpha-Gal Friendly diet?

An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.

Where to buy

Old El Paso Spanish Style Rice Mix, Side Dish, 7.6 oz is available at 12 retailers

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About this product

Rice · Powder

Flavor
SavorySpicyUmami
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal PrepLunchCooking