Is Street Food - Thai Style Stir Fry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ben's Original
Ben's Original's Street Food - Thai Style Stir Fry 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 Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cooked noodles and vegetables, but also contains sugar and stabilizers like soya lecithin, raising concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Includes sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in processed foods.
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 cooked noodles and vegetables like carrot and red pepper, contributing to a diverse flavor profile.
- Peanuts provide a source of healthy fats and protein, enhancing the nutritional value of the dish.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in processed foods.
- Contains stabilizers like soya lecithin and thickeners like guar gum, indicating a level of processing that may affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental component in the dish, aiding in the cooking process and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Durum Wheat Semolina safe in this food?
Medium
Durum Wheat Semolina is used here as base. Durum wheat semolina is a refined grain used in noodles, providing structure but lacking whole grain benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: durum wheat semolina
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Is Carrot safe in this food?
Good
Carrot is used here as base. Carrot adds natural sweetness and color, contributing vitamins and minerals to the dish.
Role in formula: base
Original: carrot
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Is Peanuts safe in this food?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are a source of healthy fats and protein, enhancing the dish's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: peanuts
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Is Red Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as base. Red pepper provides flavor and color, along with beneficial antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: red pepper
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Is Spring Onion safe in this food?
Good
Spring Onion is used here as base. Spring onion adds a mild onion flavor and freshness, enhancing the overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: spring onion
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Is Water Chestnuts safe in this food?
Good
Water Chestnuts is used here as base. Water chestnuts contribute a crunchy texture and are low in calories, adding to the dish's appeal.
Role in formula: base
Original: water chestnuts
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil, but its refined nature may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: sunflower oil
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Is Mushroom Powder safe in this food?
Good
Mushroom Powder is used here as flavor. Mushroom powder enhances umami flavor, contributing to the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mushroom powder
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Is Ginger safe in this food?
Good
Ginger is used here as flavor. Ginger adds a distinctive flavor and is known for its culinary uses, enhancing the dish's complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ginger
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Is Lemon Juice Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Juice Powder is used here as flavor. Lemon juice powder provides acidity and flavor but may be less fresh than liquid lemon juice.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon juice powder
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion contributes flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement, providing a savory taste but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds a robust flavor and is often used for its culinary benefits, enhancing the dish's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Natural Coriander Flavouring safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Coriander Flavouring is used here as flavor. Natural coriander flavoring enhances the dish's flavor profile but may be less potent than fresh coriander.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural coriander flavouring
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Is Soya Sauce Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Soya Sauce Powder is used here as flavor. Soya sauce powder adds umami flavor but contains salt and may raise concerns about sodium content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: soya sauce powder
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Is Chilli safe in this food?
Good
Chilli is used here as flavor. Chilli adds heat and flavor, contributing to the dish's overall spiciness and complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chilli
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used as a stabilizer, helping to maintain texture but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: stabiliser (soya lecithin)
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Is Maize Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Maize starch is used as a thickener, providing texture but indicating a level of processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maize starch
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Is Guar Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: thickener (guar gum)
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Is Paprika Oleoresin safe in this food?
Medium
Paprika Oleoresin is used here as colorant. Paprika oleoresin is used for color and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: paprika oleoresin
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: 3808079
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