Italian style beef ragu

Italian style beef ragu

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Target diet: Vegan

Italian style beef ragu · Vegan

No, skip it.

Milk (allergen data).

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Deciding ingredient

Milk (allergen data)

On the label

Beef

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsMilk (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisCould not verify

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
134 kcal
Fat
6 g
Saturated fat
2.2 g
Carbohydrates
2.6 g
Sugars
1.2 g
low
Fibre
0.4 g
Protein
17.1 g
Salt
0.6 g

Per 100 g this product is low in sugars. 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.

Ingredients (original text)

Beef (63%) Tomato Purée Water Red Wine (2.5%). Roasted Garlic Purée Tomatoes Olive Oil Beef Stock Onions Seaweed. (Water Beef Bones Tomato Purée Shiitake Mushrooms Carrots White Wine Vinegar) Onions Cornflour Rapeseed Oil Tomato Juice Tomato Passata. Carrots Celery Salt Dried Porcini Mushrooms Thyme, Beef Dripping Oregano Sugar Unsalted Butter (Milk). Yeast Extract Balsamic Vinegar Rosemary Paprika Flakes Cracked Black Pepper Ground Fennel Seeds Dried Oregano Ground Black Pepper Ground Bay Leaves. Concentrated Redcurrant Juice

Detailed analysis: why is Italian style beef ragu not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Italian style beef ragu is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Beef (63%) Tomato Purée Water Red Wine (2.5%). Roasted Garlic Purée Tomatoes Olive Oil Beef Stock Onions Seaweed. (Water Beef Bones Tomato Purée Shiitake Mushrooms Carrots White Wine Vinegar) Onions Cornflour Rapeseed Oil Tomato Juice Tomato Passata. Carrots Celery Salt Dried Porcini Mushrooms Thyme, Beef Dripping Oregano Sugar Unsalted Butter (Milk). Yeast Extract Balsamic Vinegar Rosemary Paprika Flakes Cracked Black Pepper Ground Fennel Seeds Dried Oregano Ground Black Pepper Ground Bay Leaves. Concentrated Redcurrant Juice. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Italian style beef ragu contains 134 calories per 100g, with 17.1g of protein, 6g of fat, and 2.6g of carbohydrates (1.2g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Italian style beef ragu Vegan?

No, Italian style beef ragu is generally not Vegan because it contains Milk (allergen data).

Does Italian style beef ragu contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Beef (63%) Tomato Purée Water Red Wine (2.5%). Roasted Garlic Purée Tomatoes Olive Oil Beef Stock Onions Seaweed. (Water Beef Bones Tomato Purée Shiit...

What are the nutritional facts of Italian style beef ragu?

Italian style beef ragu contains 134 calories per 100g, with 17.1g of protein, 2.6g of carbohydrates, and 6g of fat.

How much sugar is in Italian style beef ragu?

Italian style beef ragu lists 1.2 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).

Can I eat Italian style beef ragu on a Vegan diet?

No, Italian style beef ragu is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.