Is Korean BBQ Drizzle Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bibigo
Bibigo's Korean BBQ Drizzle Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Dextrose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes soy sauce and sesame oil, which are traditional ingredients. However, the presence of sugar and dextrose raises concerns about added sugars, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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
- Soy sauce provides umami flavor, enhancing the sauce's taste profile.
- Sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor, typical in Korean cuisine.
- Natural ingredients like ginger puree and green chili contribute authentic flavors.
- Xanthan gum serves as a thickener, improving texture without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Soy sauce contains wheat, which may not be suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- The seasoning mix includes glycerine and natural flavor, which may be less transparent.
- Presence of xanthan gum, while common, indicates some processing in the formulation.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to a higher calorie count and potential health concerns related to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce is a fermented product that adds depth and umami flavor, but it contains wheat and salt, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT)
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Is Green Chili Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Green Chili Puree is used here as natural_extract. Green chili puree provides heat and flavor, enhancing the sauce's authenticity and contributing positively to its overall profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: GREEN CHILI PUREE
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as natural_extract. Onion adds flavor and aroma, common in many sauces, contributing to the overall taste without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ONION
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base for the sauce, ensuring proper consistency and aiding in the blending of flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Dextrose safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a form of sugar that adds sweetness, raising concerns about added sugars in the product's composition.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: DEXTROSE
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Is Rice Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rice Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Rice vinegar adds acidity and balance to the sauce, but its presence in small amounts may limit its impact on flavor.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: RICE VINEGAR
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Is Granulated Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Granulated Garlic is used here as flavor. Granulated garlic enhances flavor, providing a savory note that complements the other ingredients without raising concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: GRANULATED GARLIC
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Is Onion Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder contributes to the overall flavor profile, offering convenience and a concentrated taste without significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ONION POWDER
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste adds sweetness and depth, but its processing raises some concerns about the overall quality of the ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: TOMATO PASTE
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Is Molasses safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses provides sweetness and a rich flavor, but it also contributes to the sugar content, raising potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: MOLASSES
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Is Sesame Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sesame Oil is used here as flavor. Sesame oil adds a distinct nutty flavor, enhancing the sauce's authenticity and contributing positively to its overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SESAME OIL
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Is Ginger Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Ginger Puree is used here as natural_extract. Ginger puree adds a fresh, spicy note, enhancing the flavor complexity of the sauce without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: GINGER PUREE (GINGER, WATER)
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Is Black Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper enhances flavor and adds a mild heat, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: BLACK PEPPER
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement, but its presence raises concerns about sodium intake, especially in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Seasoning safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Seasoning is used here as flavor. The seasoning mix includes glycerine and natural flavor, which may lack transparency regarding their exact composition and sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEASONING (GLYCERINE, WATER, NATURAL FLAVOR, GUM ARABIC, CANOLA OIL)
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is used as a thickener to improve texture, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
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: 3441085
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Allergens detected: wheat
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