Is Aromatic Katsu Stir Fry Mild Curry Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Blue Dragon
This page reviews Aromatic Katsu Stir Fry Mild Curry Sauce by Blue Dragon as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes sugar and modified maize starch, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of palm oil in fried onion flakes also indicates a less favorable quality aspect.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and modified maize starch, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of palm oil in fried onion flakes also indicates a less favorable quality aspect.
Main concern
Sugar and modified maize starch are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about the overall quality and healthiness of the sauce.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains ginger purée and concentrated apple juice, which add natural flavors and enhance the sauce's taste profile.
- Includes a variety of spices like curry powder and Chinese five-spice, contributing to a complex flavor without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Sugar and modified maize starch are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about the overall quality and healthiness of the sauce.
- Fried onion flakes contain palm oil, which is often criticized for environmental reasons and may not be preferred by all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about the overall healthiness of the sauce due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Modified Maize Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Modified maize starch is used as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may not be ideal for all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified Maize Starch
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Is Light Soy Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Light Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Light soy sauce adds umami flavor to the sauce, but it contains salt, which may be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Light Soy Sauce (4%) [Water, Salt, SOYA Beans, Roasted WHEAT, Sugar, Alcohol]
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as oil_fat. Rapeseed oil is used for its cooking properties, but it is a refined oil, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Ginger Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Ginger Puree is used here as natural_extract. Ginger purée adds a natural flavor and potential health benefits, enhancing the sauce's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Ginger Purée (2.5%)
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Is Concentrated Apple Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Concentrated Apple Juice is used here as flavor. Concentrated apple juice provides natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Concentrated Apple Juice
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Apple Juice
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Is Dried Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Dried Onion is used here as flavor. Dried onion adds flavor and aroma to the sauce, enhancing its overall taste profile without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried Onion
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Is Curry Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Curry Powder is used here as flavor. Curry powder, a blend of spices, contributes to the sauce's flavor complexity and is a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Curry Powder [Coriander, Turmeric, Cumin, Salt, Garlic, Fenugreek, Chilli, Ginger, Fennel]
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Is Fried Onion Flakes safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Fried Onion Flakes is used here as flavor. Fried onion flakes provide texture and flavor, but their inclusion of palm oil raises environmental concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Fried Onion Flakes (1.5%) [Palm Oil, WHEAT Flour, Onion, Water, Salt]
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for its umami flavor, but it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yeast Extract
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but raises concerns for those monitoring sodium intake, contributing to the sauce's overall health profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Chinese Five Spice Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chinese Five Spice Powder is used here as flavor. Chinese five-spice powder adds a unique flavor profile, enhancing the sauce's complexity with natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chinese Five-Spice Powder [Fennel, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Cloves, Cumin, Star Anise]
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used to adjust acidity, but it is a processed ingredient that may not be preferred by all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Acid (Lactic Acid)
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Is White Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper adds a mild heat and flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's overall taste without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: White Pepper
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Is Turmeric safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Turmeric is used here as natural_extract. Turmeric is a natural spice that adds color and flavor, enhancing the sauce's quality and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Turmeric
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3932970
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