Is Limited Edition Katsu Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Taste Of
Taste Of's Limited Edition Katsu 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 composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and maize starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of multiple flavorings and stabilizers indicates a less natural profile.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and maize starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of multiple flavorings and stabilizers indicates a less natural profile.
Main concern
High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and dried glucose syrup raises concerns about 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 coconut cream, which adds a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes a variety of spices like ground turmeric and cumin, enhancing the flavor profile.
- Utilizes vegetable bouillon for added depth of flavor without artificial additives.
- The use of rapeseed oil provides a source of fat without trans fats.
Concerns
- High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and dried glucose syrup raises concerns about sweetness.
- Maize starch and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may not be ideal for all consumers.
- The presence of multiple flavorings and stabilizers indicates a less natural composition.
- Contains soy sauce, which may pose allergen concerns for some individuals.
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 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 is essential for cooking the rice, providing moisture and aiding in the cooking process.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Long Grain Rice safe in this food?
Good
Long Grain Rice is used here as base. Long grain rice serves as the primary ingredient, providing carbohydrates and a staple base for the dish.
Role in formula: base
Original: Long Grain Rice
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Is Coconut Cream safe in this food?
Good
Coconut Cream is used here as base. Coconut cream adds richness and a creamy texture, enhancing the overall mouthfeel of the dish.
Role in formula: base
Original: Coconut Cream
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to balance flavors but contributes to the overall sweetness, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Maize Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Maize starch acts as a thickening agent, improving texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maize Starch
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Is Dried Glucose Syrup safe in this food?
Medium
Dried Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Dried glucose syrup adds sweetness and helps with texture but is a processed sugar derivative.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dried Glucose Syrup
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder provides a concentrated onion flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion Powder
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder adds depth and savory notes, contributing positively to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic Powder
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Is Ground Coriander safe in this food?
Good
Ground Coriander is used here as flavor. Ground coriander provides a citrusy flavor that complements the other spices in the seasoning.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Coriander
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Is Tomato Powder safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Powder is used here as flavor. Tomato powder adds a rich, umami flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato Powder
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami and saltiness but contains wheat, which may be a concern for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Soy Sauce (Salt, Maltodextrin, Soya Extract, Soya Bean, Wheat Flour, Glucose, Barley Malt Extract, Yeast Extract, Bumt Sugar, Spirit Vinegar)
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract enhances the savory flavor profile but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yeast Extract
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Is Ground Turmeric safe in this food?
Good
Ground Turmeric is used here as flavor. Ground turmeric provides color and a warm flavor, contributing positively to the dish's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Turmeric
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Is Ground Cumin safe in this food?
Good
Ground Cumin is used here as flavor. Ground cumin adds a warm, earthy flavor that enhances the overall seasoning of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Cumin
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement, balancing the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Ground Cinnamon safe in this food?
Good
Ground Cinnamon is used here as flavor. Ground cinnamon adds a hint of sweetness and warmth, enhancing the complexity of flavors.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Cinnamon
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Is Ground Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Ground Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Ground black pepper provides heat and depth, contributing to the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Black Pepper
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Is Ground Fenugreek safe in this food?
Good
Ground Fenugreek is used here as flavor. Ground fenugreek adds a slightly sweet and nutty flavor, enhancing the dish's complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Fenugreek
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Is Ground Fennel safe in this food?
Good
Ground Fennel is used here as flavor. Ground fennel contributes a sweet, anise-like flavor that complements the other spices.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Fennel
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Is Ground Star Anise safe in this food?
Good
Ground Star Anise is used here as flavor. Ground star anise adds a sweet, aromatic flavor, enhancing the overall seasoning.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground Star Anise
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Is Chilli Powder safe in this food?
Good
Chilli Powder is used here as flavor. Chilli powder provides heat and spice, contributing to the dish's overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilli Powder
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil serves as a cooking oil, providing fat but is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this food?
Good
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract adds color and a mild flavor, enhancing the visual appeal of the dish.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Paprika Extract
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Is Scotch Bonnet Powder safe in this food?
Good
Scotch Bonnet Powder is used here as flavor. Scotch bonnet powder adds significant heat and flavor, contributing to the dish's spiciness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Scotch Bonnet Powder
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Is Ginger Puree safe in this food?
Good
Ginger Puree is used here as flavor. Ginger purée adds a fresh, zesty flavor that enhances the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ginger Purée
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Is Light Brown Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Light Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Light brown sugar adds sweetness and moisture but is a processed sugar that may not be ideal for all consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Light Brown Sugar
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Is Vegetable Bouillon safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Bouillon is used here as flavor. Vegetable bouillon adds depth of flavor but contains salt and yeast extract, which may not appeal to all.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vegetable Bouillion (Salt, Yeast Extract, Dextrose, Potato Starch, Onion Extract, Carrot Powder, Herb Extracts (Marjoram, Thyme, Sage), Pepper Extract, Parsley, Colour: Curcumin)
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Is Turmeric Powder safe in this food?
Good
Turmeric Powder is used here as flavor. Turmeric powder adds color and a warm flavor, enhancing the overall seasoning of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Turmeric Powder
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Is Stabiliser Guar Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Stabiliser Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is used as a thickening agent to improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabiliser: Guar Gum
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Is Yeast Extract Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract Powder is used here as flavor. Yeast extract powder enhances the savory flavor profile but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yeast Extract Powder
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: 3897857
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Allergens detected: soy , wheat
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