Is Carne Asada Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Spanglish Asadero
Spanglish Asadero's Carne Asada is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes sea salt and chili powder as primary flavoring agents, while sugar and natural flavors raise concerns about processing. The presence of dehydrated garlic and onion adds some natural elements but does not fully mitigate the risks associated with synthetic additives.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sea salt and chili powder as primary flavoring agents, while sugar and natural flavors raise concerns about processing. The presence of dehydrated garlic and onion adds some natural elements but does not fully mitigate the risks associated with synthetic additives.
Main concern
Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the product.
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
- Includes sea salt and chili powder, which are natural flavoring agents contributing to taste.
- Dehydrated garlic and onion provide some natural flavoring, enhancing the overall profile.
- Citric acid acts as a natural preservative, helping to maintain freshness.
- Organic ingredients indicate a commitment to quality sourcing.
Concerns
- Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the product.
- Natural flavors are often processed and can include synthetic components, affecting quality.
- Rice concentrate may indicate a filler, which could dilute the flavor profile.
- The use of paprika extract for color suggests reliance on artificial coloring agents.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is a natural mineral used for seasoning, enhancing flavor without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Chili Powder safe in this food?
Good
Chili Powder is used here as flavor. Chili powder is a blend of spices that adds heat and depth to the flavor profile, sourced from natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHILI POWDER*
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Is Dehydrated Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Dehydrated Garlic is used here as flavor. Dehydrated garlic provides a concentrated flavor, contributing to the overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DEHYDRATED GARLIC
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can raise concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Rice Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Concentrate is used here as base. Rice concentrate serves as a filler, which may dilute the flavor intensity of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: RICE CONCENTRATE
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices enhances the flavor complexity, sourced from natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SPICES*
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative that helps maintain freshness and adds a slight tang.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: CITRIC ACID
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Is Dehydrated Onion safe in this food?
Good
Dehydrated Onion is used here as flavor. Dehydrated onion adds depth to the flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DEHYDRATED ONION
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Is Paprika safe in this food?
Good
Paprika is used here as colorant. Paprika adds color and flavor, sourced from natural ingredients, enhancing the visual appeal.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: PAPRIKA
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors can be derived from various sources but may include processed components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVORS
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for coloring, which may indicate reliance on processed colorants.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: PAPRIKA EXTRACT* (FOR COLOR)
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: 3444144
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