Extract

Depends on the word next to it. Read on before you buy.

Also spotted as

チキンエキスchikin ekisu

chicken extract

ポークエキスpoku ekisu

pork extract

ビーフエキスbifu ekisu

beef extract

魚介エキスgyokai ekisu

seafood extract

酵母エキスkobo ekisu

yeast extract (plant-based)

野菜エキスyasai ekisu

vegetable extract (plant-based)

Where it hides

Crisps, crackers, soups, instant noodles, seasonings: wherever there's a “savoury” flavour.