Is Red Thai Curry Soup Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Taste of Asia
Red Thai Curry Soup is a soup broth from Taste of Asia. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Modified Starch, Sugar, Dextrose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and glucose syrup, which raise quality concerns. The presence of cream and milk proteins indicates dairy content, affecting dietary suitability.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
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 coconut milk powder, providing a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes a variety of vegetables like carrots and green beans, contributing to overall composition.
- Curry paste adds authentic flavor with spices like lemongrass and coriander.
- Mung bean sprouts offer a fresh crunch and additional nutrients.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
- Glucose syrup is a sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.
- Presence of cream and milk proteins may not suit lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Use of emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides raises questions about ingredient processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This soup broth may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this soup broth so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Water safe in this soup broth?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for the soup, providing hydration without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this soup broth?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste adds rich flavor and color to the soup, derived from concentrated tomatoes.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomatenmark
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Is Bell Pepper safe in this soup broth?
Good
Bell Pepper is used here as flavor. Bell pepper contributes sweetness and a vibrant color, enhancing the soup's overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Paprika
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Is Carrots safe in this soup broth?
Good
Carrots is used here as flavor. Carrots provide natural sweetness and a slight crunch, adding to the soup's texture.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Karotten
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Is Cream safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and a smooth texture but raises concerns for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sahne
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Is Coconut Milk Powder safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Coconut Milk Powder is used here as flavor. Coconut milk powder contributes creaminess and flavor, though it is processed with maltodextrin.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kokosnussmilchpulver (Kokosnussmilch, Maltodextrin, Milcheiweiß)
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Is Plant Oils safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Plant Oils is used here as base. Plant oils like canola and sunflower provide fat content but may be refined, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: pflanzliche Öle (Rapsöl, Sonnenblumenöl)
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Is Mung Bean Sprouts safe in this soup broth?
Good
Mung Bean Sprouts is used here as flavor. Mung bean sprouts add a fresh crunch and are a source of vitamins, enhancing the soup's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Mungbohnenkeimlinge
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Is Green Beans safe in this soup broth?
Good
Green Beans is used here as flavor. Green beans provide texture and additional nutrients, contributing positively to the soup's composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: grüne Bohnen
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Is Onions safe in this soup broth?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions add depth of flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Modified Starch safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used as a thickening agent but raises concerns about its processing and quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Soybeans safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Soybeans is used here as flavor. Soybeans contribute protein and flavor but may be processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sojabohnenkerne
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Is Table Salt safe in this soup broth?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Sugar safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Celery safe in this soup broth?
Good
Celery is used here as flavor. Celery adds a unique flavor and crunch, enhancing the soup's overall texture and taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Staudensellerie
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Is Emulsifier safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Emulsifier is used here as emulsifier. Mono- and diglycerides are used to stabilize the mixture but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Mono - und Di-glyceride von Speisefettsäuren)
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Is Thickener safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Thickener is used here as thickener. Guar gum is used to thicken the soup, which is a natural ingredient but may raise processing concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel (Guarkernmehl)
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Is Skim Milk Powder safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Skim Milk Powder is used here as base. Skim milk powder adds creaminess but may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Dextrose safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Spices safe in this soup broth?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices enhances flavor complexity, contributing positively to the soup's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Curry Paste safe in this soup broth?
Good
Curry Paste is used here as flavor. Curry paste adds authentic flavor with a mix of vegetables and spices, enhancing the soup's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Curry-Paste
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Lime Juice Concentrate safe in this soup broth?
Good
Lime Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lime juice concentrate adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Limettensaftkonzentrat
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this soup broth?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as flavor. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and depth of flavor, balancing the soup's overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Milk Protein safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Milk Protein is used here as base. Milk protein contributes to creaminess but may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milcheiweiß
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this soup broth?
Good
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract adds color and flavor, enhancing the visual appeal and taste of the soup.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Paprikaextrakt
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: 3549536
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