Is Peri Peri Chicken Grills Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ocado
Ocado's Peri Peri Chicken Grills is reviewed here as a food. 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 analysis shows a mix of natural and processed components. Ingredients like sugar and vegetable oils raise concerns about processing and quality, impacting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient analysis shows a mix of natural and processed components. Ingredients like sugar and vegetable oils raise concerns about processing and quality, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness and processing, negatively affecting the rating.
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
- High chicken content (84%) indicates a significant protein source, contributing positively to the product's quality.
- Natural spices like garlic powder and paprika enhance flavor without synthetic additives, supporting a moderate rating.
Concerns
- Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness and processing, negatively affecting the rating.
- Vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed) are refined and may introduce quality concerns due to processing methods.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Chicken Breast safe in this food?
Good
Chicken Breast is used here as base. Chicken breast serves as the primary protein source in this product, contributing to its nutritional value and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chicken Breast
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is used as a solvent and moisture agent, essential for maintaining texture and juiciness in the product.
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 flavor enhancement but raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is a refined oil used for texture and moisture retention, but its processing may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Vegetable Oils (Sunflower)
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is included for texture and moisture, but like sunflower oil, it raises concerns due to processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed)
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Is Maize Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Maize starch acts as a thickening agent, improving texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maize Starch
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is a natural flavor enhancer that also acts as a preservative, contributing positively to the product's safety.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Tomato Powder safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Powder is used here as flavor. Tomato powder adds natural flavor and color, enhancing the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato Powder
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder provides flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic Powder
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Is Lemon Juice Powder safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice Powder is used here as flavor. Lemon juice powder adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Lemon Juice Powder
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Is Chilli Powder safe in this food?
Good
Chilli Powder is used here as flavor. Chilli powder contributes heat and flavor, enhancing the product's appeal without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilli Powder
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Is Paprika safe in this food?
Good
Paprika is used here as colorant. Paprika adds color and flavor, derived from natural sources, supporting the product's quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Paprika
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor naturally, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion Powder
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Is Dried Red Peppers safe in this food?
Good
Dried Red Peppers is used here as flavor. Dried red peppers provide natural heat and flavor, enhancing the product's overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried Red Peppers
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Is Chilli Flakes safe in this food?
Good
Chilli Flakes is used here as flavor. Chilli flakes add heat and flavor, derived from natural sources, supporting the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilli Flakes
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Is Cumin Powder safe in this food?
Good
Cumin Powder is used here as flavor. Cumin powder contributes a warm flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cumin Powder
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity and preservation, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Acid (Citric Acid)
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Is Dried Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Dried Garlic is used here as flavor. Dried garlic enhances flavor naturally, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried Garlic
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Is Coriander Powder safe in this food?
Good
Coriander Powder is used here as flavor. Coriander powder adds a unique flavor profile, enhancing the product's overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Coriander Powder
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Is Parsley safe in this food?
Good
Parsley is used here as flavor. Parsley provides a fresh flavor and color, enhancing the product's appeal without synthetic components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Parsley
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper adds heat and flavor, derived from natural sources, supporting the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Black Pepper
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Is Lemon Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Oil is used here as flavor. Lemon oil is used for flavor enhancement but may raise concerns due to processing and potential additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Lemon Oil
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Is Capsicum Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Capsicum Extract is used here as flavor. Capsicum extract adds heat and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Capsicum Extract
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for color enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Paprika Extract
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Is Lime Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Lime Oil is used here as flavor. Lime oil is included for flavor enhancement but may raise concerns due to processing and potential additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Lime Oil
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Is Oregano safe in this food?
Good
Oregano is used here as flavor. Oregano adds a distinct flavor profile, enhancing the product's overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Oregano
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: 3949961
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