Is Chicken Schnitzel Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Edeka
Edeka's Chicken Schnitzel is reviewed here as a meat product. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Glucose Syrup, Potassium Lactate, Dextrose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes chicken breast fillet and various additives like glucose syrup and potassium lactate. These processed ingredients raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Contains glucose syrup, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about added sugars.
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 80% chicken breast fillet, providing a significant portion of the main ingredient.
- Includes spices and herbs, which can enhance flavor naturally.
Concerns
- Contains glucose syrup, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about added sugars.
- Presence of potassium lactate as a regulator, indicating synthetic processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this meat product, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Chicken Breast Fillet safe in this meat product?
Good
Chicken Breast Fillet is used here as base. Chicken breast fillet serves as the primary ingredient, providing protein and essential nutrients. Its high percentage indicates a focus on quality meat.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hähnchenbrustfilet
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Is Starch safe in this meat product?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent in the product, which can be derived from various sources. Its presence is common in processed foods but raises some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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Is Water safe in this meat product?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that helps in the preparation and texture of the schnitzel. It is essential for maintaining moisture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Table Salt safe in this meat product?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation. While necessary, excessive salt intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this meat product?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to added sugars in the product. Its presence raises concerns about overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Potassium Lactate safe in this meat product?
Bad
Potassium Lactate is used here as acidulant. Potassium lactate is used as a pH regulator. While it serves a functional purpose, it is a synthetic ingredient that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Kaliumlactat
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Is Buffered Vinegar safe in this meat product?
Medium
Buffered Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Buffered vinegar is used for flavor and preservation. Its processing raises some concerns, but it is a common ingredient in many foods.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: gepufferter Essig
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Is Dextrose safe in this meat product?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to the overall sugar content. Its presence raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Spices safe in this meat product?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices are included for flavor enhancement, contributing to the overall taste profile of the schnitzel. They are natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Herbs safe in this meat product?
Good
Herbs is used here as flavor. Herbs are used to enhance flavor naturally, adding depth to the product's taste. They are beneficial for flavor without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kräuter
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this meat product?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is used in the breading, providing texture. However, it is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this meat product?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used for texture in the breading. While it serves a purpose, it is a processed ingredient that raises some concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Weizenstärke
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Is Whole Egg safe in this meat product?
Good
Whole Egg is used here as base. Whole egg is used in the breading, providing binding and flavor. It is a natural ingredient that contributes positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollei
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Is Yeast safe in this meat product?
Medium
Yeast is used here as leavening_agent. Yeast is used for leavening in the breading. While it is a natural ingredient, its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: Hefe
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this meat product?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for frying, providing fat content. While it is a common cooking oil, its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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: 3890383
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Allergens detected: milk , celery , mustard
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