Tag: Vinegar powder

According to the Celiac Disease Foundation, strict adherence to a gluten-free diet is the only treatment for celiac disease. This makes navigating the snack aisle, and figuring out "are salt and vinegar chips gluten?", particularly challenging, as the tangy flavor can sometimes be derived from gluten-containing ingredients.

Food science reveals that the sharp, tangy flavour of salt and vinegar crisps does not come from simply sprinkling liquid vinegar on potatoes. The characteristic zing comes from a combination of ingredients, primarily a powdered blend of acids and flavour enhancers, which allow manufacturers to create a shelf-stable and consistently delicious seasoning.