Is Pulled Pork Ravioli Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Giovanni Rana
Giovanni Rana's Pulled Pork Ravioli 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 review below focuses especially on Natural Flavors, Sugar, Brown Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and natural flavors, which raise quality concerns. Ingredients like ricotta cheese and pulled pork provide some natural elements but are overshadowed by additives.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources like sugar and brown sugar raises concerns.
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 ricotta cheese, which adds a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes pulled pork, providing a source of protein and savory taste.
- Uses durum wheat flour for pasta, a quality grain for structure.
- Natural flavors from spices enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources like sugar and brown sugar raises concerns.
- Presence of natural flavors and smoke flavor indicates processing.
- Includes additives like maltodextrin and yeast extract, which may be undesirable.
- Contains multiple preservatives and flavor enhancers that complicate the ingredient list.
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 food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Pork safe in this food?
Medium
Pork is used here as base. Pork is the primary protein source in the filling, contributing to flavor and texture. However, its quality can vary based on sourcing and processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: PORK
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and texture in the filling, contributing to the overall moisture content without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive use can raise health concerns. Its presence is common in processed foods for taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are often derived from various sources and can be highly processed, raising concerns about transparency and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVORS
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health issues when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Dehydrated Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Dehydrated Garlic is used here as flavor. Dehydrated garlic adds flavor and has some health benefits, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DEHYDRATED GARLIC
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Is Dehydrated Onion safe in this food?
Good
Dehydrated Onion is used here as flavor. Dehydrated onion enhances flavor and provides some nutritional benefits, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DEHYDRATED ONION
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices add complexity and depth to the flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SPICES
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Is Tomato Puree safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Puree is used here as base. Tomato puree provides moisture and flavor, along with some nutritional benefits, contributing positively to the filling.
Role in formula: base
Original: TOMATO PUREE
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar adds sweetness but also increases the overall sugar content, raising health concerns related to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: BROWN SUGAR
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Is Molasses safe in this food?
Medium
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses adds sweetness and some minerals but is still a form of sugar, contributing to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: MOLASSES
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and flavor, helping to balance the sweetness from other ingredients without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: DISTILLED VINEGAR
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Is Raisin Paste safe in this food?
Medium
Raisin Paste is used here as sweetener. Raisin paste provides natural sweetness and some fiber but also contributes to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: RAISIN PASTE
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Is Orange Juice safe in this food?
Good
Orange Juice is used here as flavor. Orange juice adds a citrus flavor and some vitamin content, enhancing the overall taste profile without significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ORANGE JUICE
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Is Chicken Stock Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Chicken Stock Concentrate is used here as flavor. Chicken stock concentrate enhances flavor but may contain additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHICKEN STOCK CONCENTRATE
Read the full ingredient profile for Chicken Stock Concentrate
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Bad
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is often used for flavor enhancement but can be a source of MSG, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: YEAST EXTRACT
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickener, providing texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: POTATO STARCH
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Is Durum Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Good
Durum Wheat Flour is used here as base. Durum wheat flour is a high-quality grain used for pasta, providing structure and some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: DURUM WHEAT FLOUR
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Is Eggs safe in this food?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide protein and contribute to the structure of the pasta, enhancing the overall nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: EGGS
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: 3443454
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat
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