Is Hatch Chile Cookin' Sauce Kit Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Stubb S
Stubb S's Hatch Chile Cookin' Sauce Kit is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes a mix of natural and processed ingredients. Notable components like organic tamari and hatch green chiles contribute positively, while the presence of cane sugar and xanthan gum raises some concerns about processing.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes a mix of natural and processed ingredients. Notable components like organic tamari and hatch green chiles contribute positively, while the presence of cane sugar and xanthan gum raises some concerns about processing.
Main concern
Cane sugar and brown sugar are present, indicating added sweetness that may not appeal to all consumers.
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 hatch green chiles, providing authentic flavor and a natural ingredient.
- Includes organic tamari sauce, which is a fermented product that adds depth and umami.
- Pineapple juice and apple juice concentrate offer a natural sweetness and acidity balance.
- The spice pack includes various spices, enhancing flavor complexity without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Cane sugar and brown sugar are present, indicating added sweetness that may not appeal to all consumers.
- Xanthan gum and guar gum are used as thickeners, which may raise concerns for those avoiding processed ingredients.
- The seasoning blend contains corn syrup solids, a processed ingredient that may be undesirable for some.
- Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may raise questions about their specific sources.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for the sauce, providing necessary moisture without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Green Chile safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Green Chile is used here as natural_extract. Green chile adds authentic flavor and heat, contributing positively to the sauce's overall profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: green chile
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Is Hatch Green Chile safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Hatch Green Chile is used here as natural_extract. Hatch green chile is known for its unique flavor, enhancing the sauce's authenticity and quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: hatch green chile
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Is Pineapple Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Pineapple Juice is used here as flavor. Pineapple juice provides natural sweetness and acidity, balancing the flavors in the sauce effectively.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pineapple juice
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement, though excessive amounts can be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar adds sweetness and depth but is a processed ingredient that may not align with all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown sugar
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Is Jalapeno Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Jalapeno Powder is used here as flavor. Jalapeno powder contributes heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jalapeno powder
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Is Lime Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lime Juice is used here as flavor. Lime juice adds acidity and brightness, complementing the other flavors in the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lime juice
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar provides acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: distilled vinegar
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors can enhance taste but lack transparency regarding their specific sources.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which may raise concerns for those avoiding processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: corn starch
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds robust flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion enhances the flavor profile, providing depth and complexity to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Lemon Peel safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Peel is used here as flavor. Lemon peel adds a citrusy note, enhancing the overall flavor complexity of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon peel
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Is Orange Peel safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Orange Peel is used here as flavor. Orange peel contributes a sweet citrus flavor, complementing the other ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: orange peel
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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 raise concerns for those avoiding processed additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: xanthan gum
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Is Seasoning Blend safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Seasoning Blend is used here as flavor. The seasoning blend contains multiple ingredients, including sugar and salt, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: seasoning blend (brown sugar, salt, spices, dehydrated onion and garlic, lime juice powder (lime juice concentrate, corn syrup solids))
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Is Organic Tamari Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Organic Tamari Sauce is used here as flavor. Organic tamari sauce is a fermented product that adds depth and umami, enhancing the sauce's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: organic tamari sauce (water, organic whole soybeans, salt)
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is an added sweetener that may not align with all dietary preferences, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Apple Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Apple Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Apple juice concentrate provides natural sweetness and acidity, balancing the flavors in the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: apple juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Juice Concentrate
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Is Molasses safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses adds sweetness and complexity but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: molasses
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Is Ground Ginger safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Ground Ginger is used here as flavor. Ground ginger adds warmth and spice, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ground ginger (ginger, water, phosphoric acid, xanthan gum)
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Is Guar Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is used as a thickening agent, which may raise concerns for those avoiding processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: guar gum
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Is Chile Peppers safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chile Peppers is used here as natural_extract. Chile peppers provide heat and flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's overall profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: chile peppers
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt
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Is Lime Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lime Juice is used here as flavor. Lime juice adds acidity and brightness, complementing the other flavors in the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lime juice (corn syrup solids, lime juice, lime oil)
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Is Paprika safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Paprika is used here as colorant. Paprika adds color and a mild flavor, enhancing the visual appeal and taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: paprika
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Is Mustard Seed safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Mustard Seed is used here as flavor. Mustard seed contributes a tangy flavor, enhancing the overall complexity of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mustard seed
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices enhances flavor complexity, contributing positively to the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spices
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Is Red Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as flavor. Red pepper adds heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: red pepper
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: 3417332
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