Is Noodle Bowl Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Simply Asia
This page reviews Noodle Bowl by Simply Asia 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: Silicon Dioxide.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and yeast extract, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Silicon dioxide is a synthetic anti-caking agent, further indicating a processed nature.
Main concern
Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive 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 rice and water as primary ingredients, indicating a simple base.
- Includes garlic and onion, which are natural flavor enhancers.
- Spring onion adds freshness and a natural vegetable component.
- Turmeric is a natural spice that may contribute to flavor.
Concerns
- Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Yeast extract is a processed ingredient that may contain MSG, raising quality concerns.
- Silicon dioxide is a synthetic additive used for flowability, indicating processing.
- Fried shallot in palm oil raises concerns about the use of palm oil.
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 Rice safe in this food?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as the primary carbohydrate source in this noodle bowl, providing a gluten-free base.
Role in formula: base
Original: rice
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for cooking the noodles, contributing to the overall texture and hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its refined nature raises concerns about excessive sweetness in the dish.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but may contain MSG, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the noodle bowl.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Fried Shallot safe in this food?
Medium
Fried Shallot is used here as flavor. Fried shallot adds crunch and flavor but is cooked in palm oil, raising concerns about palm oil use.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fried shallot (shallot, palm oil)
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Is Shallot safe in this food?
Good
Shallot is used here as flavor. Shallot contributes a mild onion flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: shallot
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Is Spice safe in this food?
Good
Spice is used here as flavor. Spices, including turmeric, add flavor and color, contributing positively to the dish's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spice (including turmeric)
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic enhances flavor and aroma, providing a savory note to the noodle bowl.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Silicon Dioxide safe in this food?
Bad
Silicon Dioxide is used here as anti-caking agent. Silicon dioxide is a synthetic additive used to prevent clumping, indicating a processed nature.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: silicon dioxide (to make free flowing)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor balance and preservation but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as oil. Soybean oil is a refined oil used for flavor and texture but raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: oil
Original: soybean oil
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Is Red Chili Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Chili Pepper is used here as flavor. Red chili pepper adds heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: red chili pepper
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion contributes to the flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Spring Onion safe in this food?
Good
Spring Onion is used here as flavor. Spring onion adds freshness and a mild onion flavor, enhancing the dish's overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spring onion
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: 3418966
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