Yeast extract
FOOD
Autolyzed yeast extract; Autolyzed yeast; Hydrolyzed yeast; Autolysed yeast; Yeast Extract; Vitam-R
Yeast extracts consist of the cell contents of yeast without the cell walls; they are used as food additives or flavorings, or as nutrients for bacterial culture media. They are often used to create savory flavors and umami taste sensations, and can be found in a large variety of packaged food, including frozen meals, crackers, snack foods, gravy, stock and more.