Spicy Queso

Spicy Queso

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Target diet: Halal

Spicy Queso · Halal

Check the label.

"diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)

  • "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)
  • "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

watermonterey jack cheesevegetable oilred bell peppersparmesan cheesesaltsugarnatural flavors

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
484 kcal
Fat
32.3 g
Saturated fat
0 g
low
Carbohydrates
32.3 g
Sugars
0 g
low
Fibre
0 g
Protein
10.8 g
Salt
5.7 g
high

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

water, monterey jack cheese, vegetable oil, red bell peppers, parmesan cheese, salt, sugar, natural flavors, onion powder, monosodium glutamate, garlic, lactic acid, mono , diglycerides, sodium hexametaphosphate, artificial color, xanthan gum, sodium phosphate, maltodextrin, yeast

Why can't we give a definite answer for Spicy Queso?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Spicy Queso fits a halal diet. Reasons:

  • "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)
  • "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)

Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Spicy Queso Halal?

We cannot say for certain. "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does Spicy Queso contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: water, monterey jack cheese, vegetable oil, red bell peppers, parmesan cheese, salt, sugar, natural flavors, onion powder, monosodium glutamate, garli...

What are the nutritional facts of Spicy Queso?

Spicy Queso contains 484 calories per 100g, with 10.8g of protein, 32.3g of carbohydrates, and 32.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Spicy Queso?

Spicy Queso lists 0 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Spicy Queso ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Spicy Queso is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Spicy Queso on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Spicy Queso fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.