Innihaldsefnin

Innihaldsefnin is the Icelandic term for the ingredients list, the components required to make a dish, product, or document. It identifies the individual substances or materials and, in recipes, is usually accompanied by quantities, units, and preparation notes. The word is formed from innihald (contents) and efni (substance) with the definite plural ending -nin.

In culinary use, innhaldsefnin appears in cookbooks, menus, and online recipes as a clearly labeled section. It may include optional ingredients, substitutions, and notes on measurements. In baking, sauces, and other preparations, precise listing of ingredients helps readers assess nutrition, allergens, and compatibility with dietary restrictions.

Beyond cooking, innhaldsefnin can refer to the contents of a package, document, or product, listing its components or materials. In Icelandic regulatory practice, ingredients lists are often provided on packaging and linked to allergen information, aligning with broader European or EEA labeling standards.

Etymology and grammar: "innihald" means contents; "efni" means substance; the compound forms a plural definite noun "innihaldsefnin." The term is used as a noun in both singular and plural contexts, with the definite form used when referring to "the ingredients."

See also: list of ingredients; recipe; labeling; Icelandic language.