Is Gluten Free Pad Thai Noodle Kit Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Simply Asia
Simply Asia's Gluten Free Pad Thai Noodle Kit 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 sugar and fish sauce, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Modified corn starch and xanthan gum are also present, indicating a reliance on additives.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and fish sauce, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Modified corn starch and xanthan gum are also present, indicating a reliance on additives.
Main concern
Sugar is included as a sweetener, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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
- Rice and water are the primary ingredients in the noodles, indicating a simple base without unnecessary additives.
- Tamarind paste provides a natural flavor component, enhancing the authenticity of the dish.
Concerns
- Sugar is included as a sweetener, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Fish sauce contains anchovy and salt, which may not appeal to all consumers and adds to the sodium content.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Rice safe in this food?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as the primary ingredient in the noodles, providing a gluten-free base that is generally well-tolerated.
Role in formula: base
Original: rice
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for the preparation of the noodles, contributing to their texture and hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can enhance flavor but raises concerns about processed ingredients and potential overconsumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Tomato safe in this food?
Good
Tomato is used here as flavor. Tomato adds natural flavor and acidity to the sauce, contributing to the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tomato
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Is Rice Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Rice Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Rice vinegar provides acidity, balancing flavors in the sauce and enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: rice vinegar
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Is Fish Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Fish Sauce is used here as flavor. Fish sauce adds umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fish sauce (anchovy, salt, water)
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Is Garlic Chives safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Chives is used here as flavor. Garlic chives contribute a fresh, aromatic flavor to the dish, enhancing its overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic chives
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Is Pickled Radish safe in this food?
Medium
Pickled Radish is used here as flavor. Pickled radish adds a tangy flavor and texture, but the pickling process introduces additional salt.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pickled radish (radish, salt, water)
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as emulsifier. Soybean oil is used for texture and mouthfeel, but it is a refined oil that may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soybean oil
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds a robust flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion contributes sweetness and depth of flavor, complementing other ingredients in the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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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 can raise concerns about processing and additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Tamarind Paste safe in this food?
Good
Tamarind Paste is used here as flavor. Tamarind paste provides a unique sour flavor, enhancing the authenticity of the Pad Thai experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tamarind paste (tartaric acid, succinic acid, malic acid, tamarind seed gum, pectin)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity and preservation, but it is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Chili Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Chili Pepper is used here as flavor. Chili pepper adds heat and flavor, contributing to the overall spiciness of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chili pepper
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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 improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: xanthan gum
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: 3418956
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