Is Risotto Allo Zafferano Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Iperal
Risotto Allo Zafferano is a food from Iperal. 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 Lysozyme.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes grana padano with lysozyme, a synthetic preservative, and maltodextrin, a processed ingredient. These raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Lysozyme, derived from egg, is a synthetic preservative that raises quality 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 grana padano, a cheese that adds flavor and richness to the dish.
- Includes saffron, a natural spice known for its distinct flavor and color.
Concerns
- Lysozyme, derived from egg, is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns.
- Maltodextrin is a processed ingredient that may indicate lower quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This food 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 food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Rice safe in this food?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as the primary ingredient, providing the main structure and texture of the risotto. It is a staple grain with minimal processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Riso
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Is Grana Padano safe in this food?
Good
Grana Padano is used here as flavor. Grana padano is a hard cheese that enhances flavor and adds creaminess to the dish. It is a natural ingredient with beneficial properties.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: grana padano (LATTE, sale, caglio)
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Is Butter safe in this food?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds richness and depth of flavor to the risotto, contributing to its creamy texture. It is a natural fat.
Role in formula: base
Original: burro (LATTE)
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Is Broth safe in this food?
Medium
Broth is used here as flavor. The broth contains maltodextrin and various flavoring agents, which may indicate processing. It is essential for moisture and flavor.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: brodo (maltodestrine, sale, estratto di lievito, aromi, zucchero, olio di girasole, cipolla in polvere, spezie, aglio in polvere, succo di carota in polvere)
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Is Saffron safe in this food?
Good
Saffron is used here as flavor. Saffron is a natural spice that imparts a unique flavor and vibrant color to the risotto. It is valued for its culinary qualities.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zafferano
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Is Lysozyme safe in this food?
Bad
Lysozyme is used here as preservative. Lysozyme is a synthetic preservative derived from egg, used to extend shelf life. Its presence raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservante lisozima (derivato dall'UOVO)
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: 3532058
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Allergens detected: egg , milk
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