At a glance
Summary
The Original Beef Stick is made primarily from grass-fed beef, which is a high-quality protein source with beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. The product includes natural spices and sea salt, contributing to its flavor without excessive processing. Despite its processed nature, the absence of harmful additives and the use of clean, recognizable ingredients support a high score within its category.
Key ingredients 15
Grass-Fed BeefGood
High-quality protein source providing essential amino acids and nutrients from pasture-raised cattle.
See more about Grass-Fed Beef →Sea SaltGood
Minimally processed unrefined mineral salt that adds flavor and provides trace minerals.
See more about Sea Salt →Black PepperGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Black Pepper →White PepperGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about White Pepper →ParsleyGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Parsley →WaterNeutral
Used as a standard processing aid to maintain moisture and texture in the meat stick.
See more about Water →Encapsulated Citric AcidNeutral
A common organic acid used for preservation and flavor enhancement, released gradually during processing.
See more about Encapsulated Citric Acid →Dehydrated GarlicNeutral
Dried whole food spice used to enhance savory flavor without artificial additives.
Red PepperNeutral
Natural spice used to add flavor and warmth to the product.
See more about Red Pepper →Cultured Celery PowderNeutral
A natural source of nitrates used for curing meat without synthetic alternatives.
See more about Cultured Celery Powder →Cherry PowderNeutral
Derived from whole fruit and sometimes used as a natural curing accelerator or flavor enhancer.
See more about Cherry Powder →CorianderNeutral
A natural aromatic herb seed used to add traditional savory flavor.
See more about Coriander →Onion PowderNeutral
Dried whole food ingredient used to provide aromatic flavor depth.
See more about Onion Powder →Ground NutmegNeutral
Whole spice added in small amounts for subtle warmth and flavor nuance.
In Colored Beef Collagen CasingNeutral
Standard edible protein-based casing derived from beef collagen used to encase the stick.
Processing
Processed Foods
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