Is Pastrami Pfeffer Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lidl
Lidl's Pastrami Pfeffer is reviewed here as a meat product. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Nitrite.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and various spices. The presence of processed ingredients like stabilizers raises quality concerns, leading to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
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 spices like coriander and pepper, which can enhance flavor naturally.
- Incorporates smoked flavor from beech wood, adding a distinct taste profile.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
- Contains stabilizers and dextrins, indicating a level of processing that may affect overall quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this meat product, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Meat safe in this meat product?
Medium
Meat is used here as base. Meat is the primary ingredient, providing protein and flavor. However, the quality can vary based on sourcing and processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hindfeisch
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Is Salt safe in this meat product?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Spices safe in this meat product?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices like pepper and coriander contribute to flavor complexity and may have some health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze (Pieffer, Koriander, Zimt)
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Is Dextrin safe in this meat product?
Medium
Dextrin is used here as stabilizer. Dextrin is used as a thickening agent, which can be derived from starch. Its presence indicates some processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Dextrase
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this meat product?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is used for preservation and color retention but is associated with health risks when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Natriumnitrit
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Is Smoked Flavor safe in this meat product?
Medium
Smoked Flavor is used here as flavor. The smoked flavor from beech wood adds a unique taste but may indicate artificial flavoring processes.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Buchenholzrauch
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: 3840618
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Allergens detected: celery
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