Is Feinschmecker Sauce Hollandaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Delikato
This page reviews Feinschmecker Sauce Hollandaise by Delikato as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Modified Starch, Flavorings, Monosodium Glutamate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes modified starch and monosodium glutamate as flavor enhancers, raising concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and glucose syrup also indicates a less favorable quality profile.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and safety.
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 natural ingredients like lemon juice concentrate and onion, which contribute to flavor.
- Includes spice extracts that may enhance the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and safety.
- Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that can cause sensitivity in some individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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: Wasser
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is used for its emulsifying properties, but it is a refined oil that may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl
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Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed thickening agent that can raise concerns about its origin and processing methods.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk provides richness and emulsification, contributing to the creamy texture of the sauce.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eigelb
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is included for sweetness, but its presence in sauces can indicate a less favorable quality profile.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative in the sauce.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kochsalz
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Is Flavorings safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings can be synthetic or natural, raising concerns about their source and potential additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aromen (enthalten Sellerie)
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Is Monosodium Glutamate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Monosodium Glutamate is used here as flavor enhancer. Monosodium glutamate is used to enhance flavor but can cause sensitivity in some individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor enhancer
Original: Geschmacksverstärker: Mononatriumglutamat
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Is Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions contribute natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that can improve texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: Xanthan
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Is Spice Extracts safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spice Extracts is used here as flavor. Spice extracts add depth of flavor and complexity to the sauce, enhancing its overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürzextrakte
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice concentrate provides acidity and freshness, balancing the flavors in the sauce.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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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 flavor enhancement but can be a processed ingredient with mixed safety implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Hefeextrakt
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can raise concerns about its impact on health and quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for coloring but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: färbendes Paprikaextrakt
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: 3854815
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