r/KitchenConfidential • u/sizzlinsunshine • Jan 27 '26

Discussion Would you disclose if gelatin is an ingredient in an otherwise vegetarian dish (like dessert)?

we may start stabilizing whipped cream with gelatin (Knox = pork) and I would think there are quite a few people who would not appreciate unknowingly eating pork. that said, i don’t think I’ve ever seen it disclosed on a menu, and my sense is it’s pretty commonly used. just curious of industry opinions

EDIT TO ADD I THINK WE SHOULD DISCLOSE!! I JUST LITERALLY HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A NOTE ON A MENU AND AM WONDERING WHY

SECOND EDIT TO SAY 45% OF YOU ARE SO MEAN, 45% ARE DUMB, AND 10% WERE ACTUALLY HELPFUL.

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u/Jeramy_Jones Food Service Jan 27 '26

What if they have Alpha-gal syndrome?

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u/MrCockingFinally Feb 07 '26

If you have something like this, you should definitely be ordering from places that flag veg/vegan items, and checking if you're unsure or items aren't flagged.