Is Sharwood's Black bean & Red Pepper Cooking Sauce 425g Vegan?

This product may or may not be vegan as it lists 2 ingredients that could derive from animals depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

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Why it's a maybe for vegan

lactic acid
added calcium

lactic acid

Dietitian note

Lactic acid (also called e270) can come from either animal or plant sources. If derived from animals, it is the protein from ground-up horns, hooves, feathers, quills, and hair.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Water, Red Pepper (16%), Onion, Fermented Black Beans (5%) ((Black Beans ( Soya ), Water, Salt), Salt), Sugar, Modified Maize Starch, Barley Malt Vinegar, Light Soy Sauce (Soy Extract (Water, Salt, Soya Beans, Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin)), Barley Malt Extract, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Sugar), Garlic Purée, Ginger Purée, Toasted Sesame Oil, Vegetable Bouillon (Salt, Dried Yeast Extract (contains Barley , Wheat ), Leek Powder, Sugar, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Flavouring), Acidity Regulator (Lactic Acid)

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What is a Vegan diet?

A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.