This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 4 ingredients that may not comply.

Is Ultimate Beefless Ground (Frozen) Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 4 ingredients that may not comply.
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Frozen ground alternative delivers a savory, umami-forward flavor with browned notes, a slightly chewy yet crumbly texture, and good browning potential. It crumbles for tacos, sauces, burgers, and casseroles; reviewers commonly mention straightforward seasoning and cooking, consistent portioning, and occasional variability in moisture and texture after thawing, sometimes during preparation.

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Ingredients

Water, Soy Protein Concentrate, Caramel Colour, Canola Oil, Cane Sugar, Yeast Extract, Tapioca Maltodextrin, Onion Powder, Salt, Garlic Powder, Natural Flavour, Sea Salt, Sugar, Spices, Magnesium Oxide, Ferric Orthophosphate, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide, Vitamin B12, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Contains Soy

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.

Reviews

Rating
1.0(1 review)

Gardein Meat-free beefless ground

I made some chilli following my old standby when I use ground chicken, turkey or beef. At first I thought it was great but about 15 minutes after eating I had an awful flavour in my mouth which caused nauseousness. Then my stomach turned and I had to run to the bathroom because of diarrhea. When I came back out, I sat down and read the label again. I was horrified to read caramel colour as the third ingredient. I am very allergic to colour in food. I won’t try this again.

TealroseJun 27, 2021

Where to buy

Ultimate Beefless Ground (Frozen) is available at 8 retailers

Walmart CaLoblawsSpud CaMetroReal Canadian SuperstoreZehrsYour Independent GrocerGrocery Gateway

About this product

Meat · Frozen, Granule

Flavor
SavoryUmami
Texture
GrainyDense
Commonly used for
CookingMeal PrepSandwich
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