Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulFlavourings
The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo.
- DoubtfulWhey
Whey comes from cheese making, so the rennet question applies: pig rennet is prohibited, rennet from a correctly slaughtered animal is permitted, and rennet from an animal that was not slaughtered is disputed. The pack rarely says which rennet was used. Doubtful unless it came from cheese made with microbial rennet, or the product has a halal logo.
- DoubtfulCheese
Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet.
Full ingredient list
Filling 53%: Fried Aubergines 22% (Aubergine, Sunflower Oil), Mozzarella Cheese (From Milk) 16%, Chopped Tomatoes 11%, Tomato Concentrate 9%, Mascarpone Cheese (From Milk), Ricotta Cheese (From Milk), Vegetable Fibres (From Corn and Potato), Full Fat Hard Cheese (From Milk), Breadcrumbs (Soft Wheat Flour, Water, Salt, Yeast), Whey Powder (From Milk), Natural Flavourings, Starches (From Pea, Potato and Corn), Basil 1%, Salt, Garlic. Pasta 47%: Soft Wheat Flour, Eggs 30%, Durum Wheat Semolina.
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is filling 53%: fried aubergines 22% and the list has 17 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: vegetarian. 3 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- flavourings (doubtful): The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the flavourings.
- whey (doubtful): Whey comes from cheese making, so the rennet question applies: pig rennet is prohibited, rennet from a correctly slaughtered animal is permitted, and rennet from an animal that was not slaughtered is disputed. The pack rarely says which rennet was used. Doubtful unless it came from cheese made with microbial rennet, or the product has a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the whey.
- cheese (doubtful): Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the cheese.
RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni: pack details
| Pack size | 250g |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Sainsbury's |
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | eggs, gluten, milk |
| Nutri-Score | A |
| NOVA group | 4 (an ultra-processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
What we found about RANA and halal
Giovanni Rana's fresh pasta range in the UK is large, and the fillings differ widely. Retailer listings mark several vegetarian products, such as spinach and ricotta tortelloni and aubergine parmigiana tortelloni, as suitable for vegetarians.
Sources: Sainsbury's: La Famiglia Rana Slow Cooked Braised Beef & Red Wine Girasoli 250g; Sainsbury's: La Famiglia Rana Spinach & Ricotta Fresh Tortelloni 250g. More on RANA
Is RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni vegetarian or vegan?
RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni is labelled vegetarian, but contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan.
More on this type of food: Ready meals: what to check · all RANA products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni halal-certified?
We found no halal label for RANA Aubergine Parmigiana Fresh Tortelloni. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.