Is Korean Style Chicken Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Youcook
Youcook's Korean Style Chicken 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Salt, Dextrose, Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sodium in soy sauce and salt also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and mango chutney 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
- Contains chicken breast, a good source of lean protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Includes vegetables like onions and carrots, which add nutritional value and enhance flavor.
Concerns
- High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and mango chutney raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Modified starch and dextrose are processed ingredients that may indicate lower quality and raise safety concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- 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 Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base ingredient, essential for hydration and texture in the dish.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Basmati Rice safe in this food?
Good
Basmati Rice is used here as base. Basmati rice is a whole grain that provides carbohydrates and is known for its aromatic flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Basmati-Reismischung
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that provides fat but is often refined, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Chicken Breast safe in this food?
Good
Chicken Breast is used here as base. Chicken breast is a lean protein source, contributing to the dish's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hähnchenbrustfilet
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Is Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used for thickening but is a processed ingredient that may not add nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Bad
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but excessive sodium intake is a health concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to increased sweetness and potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Onions safe in this food?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions add flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Carrots safe in this food?
Good
Carrots is used here as flavor. Carrots provide natural sweetness and are a source of vitamins, improving the dish's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Karotten
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Is Mango safe in this food?
Good
Mango is used here as flavor. Mango adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Mango
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor but contains sodium, which can be a concern for high blood pressure.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sojasauce
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Is Paprika Paste safe in this food?
Medium
Paprika Paste is used here as flavor. Paprika paste enhances flavor but may contain additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Paprikamark
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Is Sambal Oelek safe in this food?
Good
Sambal Oelek is used here as flavor. Sambal oelek adds heat and flavor, contributing positively to the dish's overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sambal Oelek
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may not provide nutritional benefits and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance flavor and may provide some health benefits, improving the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Egg White safe in this food?
Good
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white is a source of protein and contributes to the dish's texture and nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hühnereieiweiß
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is processed and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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: 3883137
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Allergens detected: wheat , soy , milk , egg
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