Is Nasi Goreng Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Inproba
This page reviews Nasi Goreng by Inproba as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Dextrose, Maltodextrin.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like dextrose and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of palm oil and soy sauce powder also indicates a processed nature, affecting overall safety.
Main concern
Contains palm oil, which raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
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 a variety of vegetables like carrots and leeks, contributing to flavor and texture.
- Includes natural spices such as garlic and ginger, which enhance taste without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Contains palm oil, which raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Dextrose and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may indicate lower quality.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as base. Onion adds flavor and aroma to the dish, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: ui
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Is Carrot safe in this food?
Good
Carrot is used here as base. Carrot provides natural sweetness and color, enhancing the visual appeal and nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: wortel
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Is Leek safe in this food?
Good
Leek is used here as base. Leek adds a mild onion-like flavor, contributing to the complexity of the dish's taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: prei
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Is Palm Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is used for frying, but its sustainability and health implications raise concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmolie
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive use can lead to health issues, indicating a need for moderation.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices like coriander and turmeric adds depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kruiden en specerijen
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a processed sugar that can contribute to sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract enhances umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gistextract
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this food?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can affect blood sugar levels and indicates lower quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrine
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is used for frying but is often refined, which may reduce its nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: zonnebloemolie
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Is Soy Sauce Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Sauce Powder is used here as flavor. Soy sauce powder adds umami flavor but contains processed ingredients like wheat and salt.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sojasauspoeder
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors derived from garlic and onion enhance taste but may lack transparency in sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijke aroma's
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: 4201518
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Allergens detected: soy , wheat
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