Is Korma Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Jardin Bio
Jardin Bio's Korma Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 75/100 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 Starch.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The Korma Sauce contains coconut milk and various spices, but also includes sugar and starch, which may raise concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, it presents a moderate quality composition.
Main concern
The presence of sugar raises concerns about added sweeteners, which can detract from the overall healthiness of the product.
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
- Coconut milk provides a creamy texture and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the sauce's quality.
- The use of organic ingredients like tomatoes and spices indicates a commitment to quality sourcing.
Concerns
- The presence of sugar raises concerns about added sweeteners, which can detract from the overall healthiness of the product.
- Starch is included as a thickening agent, which may indicate some level of processing that could affect quality.
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 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 solvent in this sauce, ensuring the right consistency and aiding in the blending of flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Coconut Milk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Coconut Milk is used here as base. Coconut milk adds creaminess and a rich flavor profile, derived from organic coconuts, enhancing the sauce's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait de coco*
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Is Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions contribute to the flavor base of the sauce, providing natural sweetness and depth, sourced from organic farming.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: oignons* en morceaux
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Is Tomato Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato Puree is used here as flavor. Tomato puree adds acidity and sweetness, enhancing the overall flavor profile while being sourced from organic tomatoes.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purée de tomates* mi-réduite
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Is Yogurt Specialty safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Yogurt Specialty is used here as base. This dairy-based ingredient adds creaminess but may raise concerns for those avoiding dairy products.
Role in formula: base
Original: spécialité laitière à base de yaourt*
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Is Shredded Coconut safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Shredded Coconut is used here as flavor. Shredded coconut enhances the coconut flavor and texture, sourced from organic coconuts, contributing positively to quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: noix de coco râpée*
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Is Rice Flour safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as thickener. Rice flour acts as a thickening agent, which may indicate some processing but is generally considered safe.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: farine de riz*
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is used for texture and mouthfeel, but it is a refined oil, which raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is a processed ingredient used for thickening, which may detract from the overall quality of the sauce.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon*
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Is Seasoning Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Seasoning Powder is used here as flavor. This blend of spices and salt enhances flavor but may include additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: assaisonnement en poudre*
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is a natural flavor enhancer, contributing to the overall taste without raising significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel marin
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Is Garlic Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Puree is used here as flavor. Garlic puree adds depth and flavor, sourced from organic garlic, enhancing the sauce's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purée d'ail*
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Is Coriander safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Coriander is used here as flavor. Coriander adds a fresh, herbal note to the sauce, sourced from organic farming, contributing positively to flavor.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: coriandre*
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is added for sweetness, which may raise concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre de canne*
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds acidity and brightness to the flavor profile, sourced from organic lemons, enhancing quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron* concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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: 3704798
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