Is Rendang Ready-to-Cook Meal Sauce Kit Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Prima Taste
Prima Taste's Rendang Ready-to-Cook Meal Sauce Kit is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. 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 Vegetable Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm oil and sodium caseinate, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and maltodextrin also indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
Palm olein is a processed oil that raises concerns about health implications associated with palm oil production.
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 natural ingredients like galangal, garlic, and ginger, which enhance flavor and contribute to the overall quality.
- Includes a variety of spices such as turmeric and coriander, which are known for their culinary benefits.
Concerns
- Palm olein is a processed oil that raises concerns about health implications associated with palm oil production.
- Sodium caseinate, a milk derivative, may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Rendang Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rendang Paste is used here as base. Rendang paste is a heat-sterilized mixture that provides the primary flavor base for the sauce. Its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: RENDANG PASTE (HEAT STERILISED)
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Palm olein is a refined oil used for cooking. Its production is often linked to environmental issues, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: VEGETABLE OIL (PALM OLEIN)
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Is Galangal safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Galangal is used here as natural_extract. Galangal is a natural root used for its aromatic properties, contributing positively to the flavor profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: GALANGAL
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in the sauce, ensuring proper consistency and aiding in the blending of flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Palm Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Palm Sugar is used here as sweetener. Palm sugar is a natural sweetener that adds depth to the flavor but is still a form of sugar, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: PALM SUGAR
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as natural_extract. Onion is a common ingredient that enhances flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ONION
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Is Shallot safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Shallot is used here as natural_extract. Shallots provide a milder onion flavor, enhancing the complexity of the sauce's taste profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: SHALLOT
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to a less clean ingredient profile due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Dried Chilli safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Dried Chilli is used here as flavor. Dried chilli adds heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DRIED CHILLI
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Is Pandan Leaf safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Pandan Leaf is used here as natural_extract. Pandan leaf is used for its unique aroma and flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: PANDAN LEAF (PANDANUS AMARYLLIFOLIUS)
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as natural_extract. Garlic is a natural flavor enhancer that adds depth and richness to the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: GARLIC
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Is Ginger safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Ginger is used here as natural_extract. Ginger provides a warm, spicy flavor that complements the other ingredients in the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: GINGER
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Is Candlenut safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Candlenut is used here as natural_extract. Candlenut is used for its creamy texture and nutty flavor, enhancing the sauce's richness.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: CANDLENUT
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement, balancing the sweetness and spiciness of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Curry Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Curry Powder is used here as flavor. Curry powder is a blend of spices that adds complexity and depth to the flavor profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CURRY POWDER (FENNEL, CUMIN, CORIANDER, TURMERIC, CLOVE, WHITE PEPPER, CINNAMON)
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Is Lemon Grass safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Grass is used here as natural_extract. Lemon grass adds a citrusy flavor and aroma, enhancing the freshness of the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: LEMON GRASS
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Is Soya Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soya Sauce is used here as flavor. Soya sauce adds umami flavor but contains wheat and salt, which may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SOYA SAUCE [EXTRACT OF SOYA BEAN, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, WATER, SUGAR, COLOUR (AMMONIA CARAMEL)]
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Is Chilli safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chilli is used here as flavor. Chilli adds heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHILLI
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Is Kaffir Lime Leaf safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Kaffir Lime Leaf is used here as natural_extract. Kaffir lime leaf provides a unique citrus flavor that enhances the aromatic profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: KAFFIR LIME LEAF
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Is Coconut Milk Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Coconut Milk Powder is used here as base. Coconut milk powder adds creaminess but is processed, raising some concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: PRIMA COCONUT PREMIX (DEHYDRATED) COCONUT MILK POWDER [COCONUT MILK SOLIDS, MALTODEXTRIN, SODIUM CASEINATE (MILK)]
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture but raises concerns about its processed nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: MALTODEXTRIN
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: 4232407
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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