Is Publix Empanadas, Beef Turnovers Gluten Free?

No. This product is not gluten free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain gluten and 2 ingredients contain gluten depending on the source.

Why it's not gluten free

  • malted barley flour
  • wheat flour
  • wheat
  • modified food starch
  • enriched flour

malted barley flour

Dietitian note

Barley is a cereal grain typically found in breads, breakfast cereals, puddings, porridges, stews, soups, and beer. Barley and all of its derivatives contain gluten.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Beef Filling (Beef, Water, Textured Vegetable Protein [Soy Flour], Sofrito Mix [Onions, Green Peppers, Red Peppers], Tomato Paste [Vine Ripened Tomatoes], Green Olives [Olives, Water, Salt And Lactic Acid], Vinegar, Complete Seasoning [Salt, Onion Powder, Garlic, Cilantro, Ground Paprika, Ground Allspice, Ground Star Anise], Dehydrated Onion, Modified Food Starch, Granulated Garlic, Ground Annatto). Crust (Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Water, Vegetable Shortening [Vegetables Oils {Palm And/Or Corn Oil}, Palm Fat, Synergist {Citric Acid}, Antioxidants {Propyl Gallata}], Salt, Calcium Propionate, Baking Soda).

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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.

About this product

Snack · Piece, Frozen

Flavor
SavoryGarlicky
Texture
CrunchyFlaky
Commonly used for
SnackingMeal PrepOn The GoLunch