Is Hachis Parmentier Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Leader Price
This page reviews Hachis Parmentier by Leader Price as a ready meal. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes beef, potato flakes, and cream, but also contains processed ingredients like flour and powdered milk. This mix raises moderate quality concerns due to synthetic additives.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes beef, potato flakes, and cream, but also contains processed ingredients like flour and powdered milk. This mix raises moderate quality concerns due to synthetic additives.
Main concern
Contains processed ingredients like powdered milk and flour, which may raise quality concerns.
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 beef (18%), providing a source of protein and flavor.
- Includes potato flakes (10.6%) for texture and heartiness.
- Uses cream (5.7%) which adds richness to the dish.
- Incorporates vegetables in the broth, enhancing flavor.
Concerns
- Contains processed ingredients like powdered milk and flour, which may raise quality concerns.
- Includes additives like bouillon and malt extract, indicating a level of processing.
- Presence of dehydrated onions and breadcrumbs may suggest lower freshness.
- Use of sunflower oil, a refined oil, raises concerns about 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
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this ready meal and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this ready meal?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base for the dish, providing moisture and aiding in cooking.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Beef safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Beef is used here as base. Beef (18%) adds protein and flavor, sourced from France, but may raise concerns about sourcing practices.
Role in formula: base
Original: viande de bœuf
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Is Potato Flakes safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Potato Flakes is used here as base. Potato flakes (10.6%) provide texture and heartiness, but are a processed form of potatoes.
Role in formula: base
Original: flocons de pommes de terre
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Is Cream safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream (5.7%) adds richness and flavor, but is a dairy product that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: crème fraiche
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Is Onions safe in this ready meal?
Good
Onions is used here as natural_extract. Onions contribute flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: oignons
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Is Emmental Cheese safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Emmental Cheese is used here as base. Emmental (2%) adds flavor and creaminess, but is a dairy product that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: emmental
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Is Breadcrumbs safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Breadcrumbs is used here as base. Breadcrumbs (2%) provide texture but are made from processed flour, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: chapelure
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Is Mushrooms safe in this ready meal?
Good
Mushrooms is used here as natural_extract. Mushrooms add umami flavor and nutritional value, enhancing the dish's complexity.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: champignons de Paris
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Is Butter safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Butter is used here as base. Butter contributes richness and flavor but is a dairy product that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre
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Is Potato Starch safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickener, providing texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fécule de pommes de terre
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Is Flour safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Flour is used here as base. Flour is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and freshness.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de blé
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Is Powdered Milk safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Powdered Milk is used here as base. Powdered milk is a processed dairy product that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: poudre de lait
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Is Vegetable Broth safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Vegetable Broth is used here as base. Vegetable broth adds flavor but may contain additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: bouillon de légumes
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Is Salt safe in this ready meal?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Parsley safe in this ready meal?
Good
Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Parsley adds freshness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: persil
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Is Dehydrated Onions safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Dehydrated Onions is used here as natural_extract. Dehydrated onions provide flavor but are less fresh than raw onions.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: oignons déshydratés
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Is Malt Extract safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Malt extract adds sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de malt de blé
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Is Turmeric Powder safe in this ready meal?
Good
Turmeric Powder is used here as colorant. Turmeric powder adds color and potential health benefits, enhancing the dish's appeal.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: poudre de curcuma
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: 3649876
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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