Ahold — ALL VEGETABLE SHORTENING

About ALL VEGETABLE SHORTENING

Ahold USA's all-vegetable shortening is a solid, shelf-stable fat composed of soybean, palm, and hydrogenated palm oils. It functions similarly to butter or lard in baking and cooking, providing a tender texture to baked goods. Nutritionally, it is very high in calories and consists entirely of fat, with no protein or carbohydrates. The product contains mono and diglycerides and antioxidants TBHQ and citric acid to maintain freshness.

Due to its high-fat content, this shortening should be used sparingly as part of a balanced diet. It is important to consider overall fat intake and choose healthier fat sources when possible.

Ingredients

SOYBEAN OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, PALM OIL, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, TBHQ AND CITRIC ACID (ADDED TO HELP PROTECT FLAVOR).

Dietary Information

ALL VEGETABLE SHORTENING is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.

Calorie Breakdown

At 917 calories per 100 grams, ALL VEGETABLE SHORTENING gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 98% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.

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