Is Mini Spring Rolls Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Taste of Asia
Mini Spring Rolls is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Taste of Asia. 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 Modified Starch, Maltodextrin, Sugar affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and preservatives also indicates a less favorable composition.
Main concern
Includes sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed and raise concerns about added sugars.
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 vegetables like cabbage and carrots, providing some natural ingredients.
- Mung bean sprouts add a source of fiber and nutrients.
- Preparation method allows for a crispy texture when baked.
Concerns
- Includes sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed and raise concerns about added sugars.
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may not be favorable for all consumers.
- Presence of preservatives and thickeners indicates a less clean composition.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
-
Is Cabbage safe in this snack?
Good
Cabbage is used here as base. Cabbage is a natural vegetable that provides fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weißkohl
-
Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that serves as a solvent and does not raise any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
-
Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free alternative that provides structure but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reismehl
-
Is Mung Bean Sprouts safe in this snack?
Good
Mung Bean Sprouts is used here as base. Mung bean sprouts are a natural source of vitamins and minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mungobohnensprossen
-
Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but may raise concerns for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
-
Is Leeks safe in this snack?
Good
Leeks is used here as base. Leeks are a natural vegetable that adds flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Porree
-
Is Carrots safe in this snack?
Good
Carrots is used here as base. Carrots are a natural vegetable that provides vitamins and adds color, enhancing the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Karotten
-
Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that is processed but provides a source of fat in the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
-
Is Onions safe in this snack?
Good
Onions is used here as base. Onions are a natural ingredient that adds flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Zwiebeln
-
Is Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is a processed thickening agent that helps improve texture but raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maisstärke
-
Is Red Bell Pepper safe in this snack?
Good
Red Bell Pepper is used here as base. Red bell pepper is a natural vegetable that adds color and nutrients, enhancing the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: rote Paprika
-
Is Table Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation due to sodium content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speise - salz
-
Is Modified Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about synthetic additives and processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
-
Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can raise blood sugar levels and is often used as a filler.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
-
Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is an added sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content, raising concerns about health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
-
Is Chili Paste safe in this snack?
Medium
Chili Paste is used here as flavor. Chili paste adds flavor and heat but may contain preservatives or additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilipaste (Chili, Speisesalz)
-
Is Spice Mix safe in this snack?
Medium
Spice Mix is used here as flavor. The spice mix includes vegetable extracts and salt, which enhance flavor but may contain processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Würzmischung (Gemüseextrakte (Karotten, Porree, Zwiebeln, Knoblauch), Speisesalz, Sonnenblumenöl, Gewürzextrakte)
-
Is Thickener Methylcellulose safe in this snack?
Bad
Thickener Methylcellulose is used here as thickener. Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel (Methyl - cellulose)
-
Is Spices safe in this snack?
Medium
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices are natural flavor enhancers but may vary in quality and processing, affecting overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
-
Is Garlic safe in this snack?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is a natural ingredient that adds flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Knoblauch
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: 3549561
More from this brand: Taste of Asia products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.