Is Fried Rice Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Simply Asia
This page reviews Fried Rice by Simply Asia as a food. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes enriched long grain parboiled rice and various vegetables, but also contains soy sauce and yeast extract, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes enriched long grain parboiled rice and various vegetables, but also contains soy sauce and yeast extract, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Soy sauce contains sodium and is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about high sodium content and additives.
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
- Enriched long grain parboiled rice provides essential nutrients like iron and folic acid, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Inclusion of vegetables like carrot, green onion, and peas enhances the nutritional profile, adding vitamins and minerals.
Concerns
- Soy sauce contains sodium and is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about high sodium content and additives.
- Yeast extract is a flavor enhancer that can be considered a processed ingredient, potentially affecting the overall quality.
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 food and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental base for the dish, ensuring proper moisture content and cooking.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Enriched Long Grain Parboiled Rice safe in this food?
Good
Enriched Long Grain Parboiled Rice is used here as base. This rice is enriched with iron, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, and folic acid, enhancing its nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched long grain parboiled rice (rice, iron, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid)
Read the full ingredient profile for Enriched Long Grain Parboiled Rice
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Is Carrot safe in this food?
Good
Carrot is used here as natural_extract. Carrots add natural sweetness and are a source of beta-carotene, contributing to the dish's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: carrot
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Is Green Onion safe in this food?
Good
Green Onion is used here as natural_extract. Green onions provide flavor and are a source of vitamins A, C, and K, enhancing the dish's health benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: green onion
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Is Peas safe in this food?
Good
Peas is used here as natural_extract. Peas are a good source of protein and fiber, contributing positively to the overall nutritional value of the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: peas
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Is Sweet Corn safe in this food?
Good
Sweet Corn is used here as natural_extract. Sweet corn adds natural sweetness and is a source of carbohydrates and fiber, enhancing the dish's texture.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sweet corn
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce is a fermented product that adds umami flavor but is high in sodium and may contain additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: soy sauce (soybean, rice, water, salt)
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Is Ginger safe in this food?
Good
Ginger is used here as natural_extract. Ginger adds flavor and has potential digestive benefits, contributing positively to the dish's overall profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ginger
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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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, contributing positively to the dish's overall profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: garlic
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Iodized Salt is used here as flavor. Iodized salt is used for flavor enhancement and to provide iodine, but excessive sodium intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: iodized salt
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor but contributes to sodium content, which can raise health concerns if consumed in excess.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is White Pepper safe in this food?
Good
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper adds a mild heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: white pepper
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Is Acetic Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Acetic Acid is used here as acidulant. Acetic acid is used for flavor enhancement and preservation but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acetic acid
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: 3481146
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Allergens detected: soy
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