Is Peanut Satay Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Inproba
This page reviews Peanut Satay Sauce by Inproba as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes peanut (32%) and various spices, but also contains sugar and modified corn starch, raising concerns about processed ingredients and additives.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes peanut (32%) and various spices, but also contains sugar and modified corn starch, raising concerns about processed ingredients and additives.
Main concern
Includes sugar, which contributes to sweetness but 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 32% peanuts, providing a rich flavor and some natural protein.
- Incorporates a variety of spices like garlic and chili, enhancing taste complexity.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, which contributes to sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Modified corn starch is present, indicating processing that may affect 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
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Peanut safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Peanut is used here as base. Peanut is the primary ingredient, providing flavor and some nutritional benefits. Its presence supports the sauce's identity as a satay.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pinda's
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can enhance flavor but raises concerns about health implications from excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as a thickening agent, contributing to texture but may raise gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: tarwebloem
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Is Whey Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is derived from milk and adds creaminess, but it may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: E weipoeder (melk)
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in sauces, though excessive intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract adds umami flavor, but it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gistextract
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices like garlic and chili provides depth of flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kruiden en specerijen (knoflook, paprika, gember, laos, sereh, chilipeper, komijn)
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is used as a thickener and stabilizer, but it is a processed carbohydrate that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrine
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Is Tomato Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato Powder is used here as flavor. Tomato powder adds flavor and color, contributing to the sauce's overall taste and appearance.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tomatenpoeder
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Is Onion Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor and aroma, providing a savory note to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: uipoeder
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Is Natural Onion Aroma safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Natural Onion Aroma is used here as flavor. Natural onion aroma is used to enhance flavor, but its processing may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijk ui aroma
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Is Burnt Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Burnt Sugar is used here as colorant. Burnt sugar adds color and a hint of caramel flavor, but it is a processed ingredient that may not be appealing to all.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: gebrande suiker
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Is Soy Sauce Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soy Sauce Powder is used here as flavor. Soy sauce powder contributes umami flavor but contains wheat and salt, which may be a concern for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sojasauspoeder (sojabonen, tarwe, zout, maltodextrine)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is used for texture and mouthfeel, but it is a refined oil that may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: zonnebloemolie
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gemodificeerd maïszetmeel
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: 4201517
More from this brand: Inproba products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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