Is Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Eating Right
Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Eating Right. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Wok Flavor affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified corn starch and sodium phosphates, which raise quality concerns. The presence of carrageenan and partially hydrogenated oils further indicates a processed nature, impacting overall safety.
Main concern
Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about food processing.
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 vegetables like kale and red bell pepper, contributing to a varied nutrient profile.
- Includes cashew nuts, which provide healthy fats and protein, enhancing the dish's nutritional value.
Concerns
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about food processing.
- Carrageenan is a thickening agent linked to digestive issues in some individuals, indicating potential quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Cooked White Meat Chicken safe in this food?
Medium
Cooked White Meat Chicken is used here as base. Cooked white meat chicken serves as the primary protein source in this dish, providing essential amino acids but may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cooked white meat chicken (white meat chicken, water, soybean oil, modified corn starch, carrageenan, sodium phosphates, salt, tomato paste, spices, onion powder, enriched wheat flour [bleached flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], nonfat dry milk)
Read the full ingredient profile for Cooked White Meat Chicken
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that serves as a solvent and cooking medium, essential for the preparation of this dish.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Kale safe in this food?
Good
Kale is used here as natural_extract. Kale is a nutrient-dense leafy green that adds vitamins and minerals, contributing positively to the dish's overall health profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: kale
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Is Mushrooms safe in this food?
Good
Mushrooms is used here as natural_extract. Mushrooms provide flavor and texture, along with beneficial nutrients, enhancing the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: mushrooms
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Is Sugar Snap Peas safe in this food?
Good
Sugar Snap Peas is used here as natural_extract. Sugar snap peas add sweetness and crunch, along with vitamins, improving the dish's nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sugar snap peas
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Is Red Bell Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Bell Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Red bell pepper contributes color, flavor, and vitamins, enhancing the dish's appeal and nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: red bell pepper
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Is Cashew Nuts safe in this food?
Good
Cashew Nuts is used here as natural_extract. Cashew nuts provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the dish's overall nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: cashew nuts (cashews, canola oil)
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor to the dish but contains sodium, which may raise concerns for those monitoring salt intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: soy sauce (water, wheat, soybeans, salt, alcohol, vinegar, lactic acid)
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which may raise concerns about its processing and potential digestive effects.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Oyster Flavored Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Oyster Flavored Sauce is used here as flavor. Oyster flavored sauce adds depth of flavor but contains sugar and sodium, which may be concerning for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: oyster flavored sauce (water, sugar, salt, oyster extractives [oyster, water, salt], modified corn starch, caramel color)
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive consumption can lead to health issues, raising concerns about overall sodium content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Chicken Broth Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Chicken Broth Concentrate is used here as flavor. Chicken broth concentrate adds flavor but may contain additives and high sodium levels, impacting overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chicken broth concentrate (chicken broth, chicken flavor, vegetables [carrot, onion, celery], sea salt, flavoring, potato flour, onion powder)
Read the full ingredient profile for Chicken Broth Concentrate
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: xanthan gum
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Is Sesame Seed Oil safe in this food?
Good
Sesame Seed Oil is used here as flavor. Sesame seed oil adds flavor and healthy fats, contributing positively to the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sesame seed oil
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Is Wok Flavor safe in this food?
Bad
Wok Flavor is used here as flavor. Wok flavor contains partially hydrogenated oils, which are associated with health risks and indicate a highly processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: wok flavor (partially hydrogenated soybean oil, sesame oil, canola oil, rice salad oil, natural flavor [contains milk])
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as natural_extract. Garlic adds flavor and has potential health benefits, enhancing the dish's overall appeal and quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: garlic
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Is Ginger safe in this food?
Good
Ginger is used here as natural_extract. Ginger provides flavor and may have digestive benefits, contributing positively to the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ginger
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as natural_extract. Spices enhance flavor and may offer various health benefits, improving the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: spices
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: 3323222
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , wheat , shellfish
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