Is Meyer Lemon Braising Base Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Williams-Sonoma
Meyer Lemon Braising Base is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Williams-Sonoma. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Granulated Sugar, Modified Food Starch, Meter Lemon Juice affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes chicken broth and lemon juice, but also contains granulated sugar and modified food starch, raising concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Granulated sugar is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about unnecessary 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
- Chicken broth provides a rich base, contributing to flavor and depth in dishes.
- Lemon juice and peel add natural acidity and brightness, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Granulated sugar is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness.
- Modified food starch is a thickening agent that may indicate processing and reduce overall ingredient quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Chicken Broth safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Chicken Broth is used here as base. Chicken broth serves as a flavorful base for this braising sauce, but its composition includes processed elements like dried chicken stock and salt, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chicken broth (water, dried chicken stock, salt, carrot stock, celery stock, chicken fat, chicken, chicken skin, tapioca starch, natural flavor)
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Is Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onions is used here as base. Onions provide natural sweetness and depth of flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste and quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: onions
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds acidity and brightness, enhancing the flavor profile of the braising base and supporting its culinary versatility.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon juice
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Is Chardonnay Wine safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Chardonnay Wine is used here as flavor. Chardonnay wine contributes complexity and depth to the flavor, but its inclusion may raise concerns for those avoiding alcohol in cooking.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chardonnay wine
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Is Granulated Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Granulated Sugar is used here as sweetener. Granulated sugar is a processed sweetener that can contribute unnecessary sweetness, detracting from the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: granulated sugar
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra-virgin olive oil is a high-quality fat that adds richness and flavor, supporting the overall quality of the braising base.
Role in formula: base
Original: extra-virgin olive oil
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Is Chicken Demi Glace safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Chicken Demi Glace is used here as base. Chicken demi-glace adds depth and richness, but its complex composition includes modified food starch and gelatin, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: chicken demi-glace (chicken stock, mirepoix stock [carrot, celery and onions stocks], roasted chicken stock, dried chicken stock, modified food starch, water, gelatin, salt, white wine, chicken fat)
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Is Roasted Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Roasted Garlic is used here as flavor. Roasted garlic enhances the flavor profile with its rich, sweet notes, contributing positively to the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: roasted garlic
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Is Whole Grain Dijon Mustard safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Whole Grain Dijon Mustard is used here as flavor. Whole-grain dijon mustard adds a tangy flavor, but its vinegar content may raise concerns for those sensitive to acidity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: whole-grain dijon mustard (vinegar, mustard seed, salt, water, white wine, spices)
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Is Modified Food Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Food Starch is used here as thickener. Modified food starch is a processed thickening agent that may indicate a lower quality of ingredients and raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified food starch
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Is Meter Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Meter Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Meter lemon juice appears to be a typographical error; if intended as lemon juice, it may indicate a lack of clarity in ingredient labeling.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: meter lemon juice
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Is Lemon Peel safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Peel is used here as flavor. Lemon peel adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the braising base.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon peel
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as base. Sea salt is a natural seasoning that enhances flavor, but its presence in combination with other salts may raise concerns about sodium content.
Role in formula: base
Original: sea salt
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Is Thyme safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Thyme is used here as flavor. Thyme is a natural herb that contributes aromatic flavor, enhancing the overall quality and taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: thyme
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Is Sage safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sage is used here as flavor. Sage adds a distinct flavor profile, contributing positively to the overall taste and quality of the braising base.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sage
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Is Black Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper enhances flavor with its pungency, contributing positively to the overall sensory experience of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: black 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: 3972283
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