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Kinders Seasoning Butchers Blend
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Kinders Seasoning Butchers Blend

Kinder's
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kinder's Seasoning Butchers Blend is a 6-ounce jar of all-purpose meat seasoning that you'd spot hanging on an endcap in the spice aisle or shelved near barbecue rubs, marinades, and grilling accessories. It reads like a backyard griller's shortcut: a medium-coarse, reddish-brown mix of salt, garlic, paprika and chili with visible flecks of spices and a faintly oily sheen from sunflower oil. The label leans into familiar pantry language—sea salt, cane sugar, and "natural flavor"—invoking a mildly wholesome, kitchen-friendly vibe even though the ingredient list includes processed carriers like maltodextrin and rice concentrate. Packaging is typically a clear plastic jar with a shaker or pour lid, designed for quick sprinkling, massaging into cuts of meat, or stirring into marinades; using it feels casual and ritualized—sprinkle, rub, grill. This is a product for weekend barbecues, busy weeknight dinners where ease matters, or tailgate and game-day gatherings where a reliable blend saves time. Brand positioning skews toward everyday home cooks who want bold, familiar flavors without fuss: approachable rather than artisanal, often marketed to people who grill, roast, or smoke meats and seek convenience over from-scratch seasoning. The label may highlight "sea salt" or "natural" cues but typically lacks organic certification. In plain terms, the blend is made from dehydrated ingredients and industrially processed carriers and flavorings—convenient, shelf-stable, and designed for consistent flavor rather than minimal processing. Sensory notes include a savory, garlicky aroma, a balanced salty-paprika bite, and a granular texture that clings well to proteins and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 tsp
Servings per Container: 170
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Salt,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Sea, Salt,, Spices,, Cane, Sugar,, Rice, Concentrate,, Chili, Pepper,, Paprika,, Maltodextrin,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavor,, Sunflower, Oil..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as maltodextrin, rice concentrate, and 'natural flavor' and is produced as a premixed, shelf-stable seasoning, fitting the NOVA ultraprocessed category. The formulation and packaging prioritize convenience and standardized flavor over minimal processing.

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Common Questions about Kinders Seasoning Butchers Blend

The Butchers Blend is a seasoning that can definitely fit into a balanced diet. It’s low in calories and has no added sugars or artificial ingredients, which is a win in the flavor department! Just keep in mind that 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs, so use it to enhance your meals rather than as a main ingredient.

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