Is Simon Howie Steak Lorne Slices 270g Vegetarian?

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 2 ingredients that derive from meat or fish and 1 ingredient that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.

Why it's not vegetarian

  • carmine
  • beef
  • dextrose

carmine

Dietitian note

Carmine (cochineal or e120) is made from crushed insects. It is typically found in red apple sauce, red lollipops and food colorings.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Beef (70%), Rice Flour, Water, Salt, Dextrose, Vegetable Fibre, Spices (White Pepper, Nutmeg, Coriander, Paprika, Pimento, Cayenne, Ginger), Preservative (Metabisulphite), Sugar, Antioxidants (Sodium Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid), Yeast Extract, Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Colour (Carmine), Niacin

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What is a Vegetarian diet?

A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.

Reviews

Rating
5.0(1 review)

Low FODMAP square sausage (aka lorne)

This product is not only gluten-free, it is also low FODMAP. The only ingredient that is/was flagged as a possible trigger food is vegetable fibre however I called the company and their product development team confirm that that it’s bamboo fibre so if you are following the low-fat diet, fill your boots!

good valuesavory
astrocat•Jan 16, 2025

About this product

Meat · Slice

Flavor
SavoryPepperySpicy
Texture
Dense
Commonly used for
BreakfastSandwichSnack