Is Peri Peri Rice Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Taste Of Lidl
Peri Peri Rice is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Taste Of Lidl. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Salt, Sugar, Color Curcumin affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cooked basmati rice and various vegetables, but also contains several processed ingredients like sugar and stabilizers. This raises moderate quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory dish.
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 79% cooked basmati rice, a good source of carbohydrates and provides a base for the dish.
- Includes mixed peppers and onion, contributing to flavor and some nutritional value.
- Utilizes spices like paprika and garlic, which can enhance taste naturally.
- The presence of herbs like oregano and parsley adds flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Contains sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory dish.
- Includes stabilizer guar gum, a processed ingredient that may not be necessary for texture.
- Red chili and peri peri paste may contribute to spiciness, which could be off-putting for some consumers.
- Vegetable bouillon contains salt and yeast extract, which may indicate high sodium content.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for cooking basmati rice, providing moisture and aiding in the cooking process.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Basmati Rice safe in this food?
Good
Basmati Rice is used here as base. Basmati rice is a high-quality grain known for its aroma and fluffy texture, serving as the main component of this dish.
Role in formula: base
Original: Basmati Rice
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Is Red Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as flavor. Red pepper adds natural sweetness and color, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Red Pepper
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Is Green Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Green Pepper is used here as flavor. Green pepper contributes a fresh, slightly bitter flavor that balances the sweetness of red pepper.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Green Pepper
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion provides a savory base flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the rice dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is used for cooking and flavor, but it is a refined oil with moderate health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sunflower Oil
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this food?
Medium
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste adds richness and depth of flavor, but is a processed ingredient that may contain additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato Paste
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Is White Wine Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
White Wine Vinegar is used here as acidulant. White wine vinegar provides acidity, enhancing flavor and balancing the dish without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: White Wine Vinegar
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Is Red Chili safe in this food?
Good
Red Chili is used here as flavor. Red chili adds heat and depth to the dish, contributing to the peri peri flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Red Chilli
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Is Peri Peri Paste safe in this food?
Medium
Peri Peri Paste is used here as flavor. Peri peri paste contains various spices and oils, enhancing flavor but may include preservatives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Peri Peri Paste
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for flavor and texture but is a refined oil with potential health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices like paprika and cayenne pepper enhance flavor naturally, contributing to the dish's complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Spices (Paprika, Chilli, Cayenne Pepper)
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Is Garlic Puree safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Puree is used here as flavor. Garlic purée adds a robust flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the rice.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic Purée
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Is Ginger Puree safe in this food?
Good
Ginger Puree is used here as flavor. Ginger purée provides a warm, spicy note that complements the other flavors in the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ginger Purée
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and brightness but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Lemon Juice Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Bad
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but raises concerns about sodium content in the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Tomato Puree safe in this food?
Medium
Tomato Puree is used here as flavor. Tomato purée adds richness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may contain additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato Purée
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor but is a processed ingredient that may lack the freshness of whole onion.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion Powder
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Is Herbs safe in this food?
Good
Herbs is used here as flavor. Herbs like oregano and parsley add natural flavor without synthetic additives, enhancing the dish's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Herbs (Oregano, Parsley)
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may be unnecessary in a savory dish, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Smoked Paprika Powder safe in this food?
Good
Smoked Paprika Powder is used here as flavor. Smoked paprika powder adds a unique smoky flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Smoked Paprika Powder
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Is Turmeric Extract safe in this food?
Good
Turmeric Extract is used here as colorant. Turmeric extract provides natural color and potential health benefits, enhancing the dish's appeal.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Turmeric Extract
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Is Vegetable Bouillon safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Bouillon is used here as flavor. Vegetable bouillon adds depth of flavor but contains salt and yeast extract, raising sodium concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vegetable Boullon (Salt, Yeast Extract, Dextrose, Potato Starch, Onion Extract, Carrot Powder, Dried Parsley)
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Is Color Curcumin safe in this food?
Bad
Color Curcumin is used here as colorant. Color curcumin is a synthetic colorant that raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Colour Curcumin
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Is Stabiliser Guar Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Stabiliser Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is used as a thickener but is a processed ingredient that may not be necessary for texture.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stabiliser Guar Gum
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Is Chili Powder safe in this food?
Good
Chili Powder is used here as flavor. Chili powder adds heat and flavor complexity, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chill Powder
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: 3844364
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