Is Ultra Thin Crust Korean Style Bulgogi Pizza Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mama Cozzi's
Mama Cozzi's's Ultra Thin Crust Korean Style Bulgogi Pizza 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 ingredient composition includes enriched wheat flour and low moisture mozzarella cheese, which are common in processed foods. The presence of sugar and modified food starch raises concerns about added sugars and processing.
Main concern
Sugar and fructose are present, indicating added sugars that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness in the product.
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
- Enriched wheat flour provides essential nutrients like niacin and thiamine, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Low moisture mozzarella cheese is a common ingredient that adds flavor and texture without excessive processing.
Concerns
- Sugar and fructose are present, indicating added sugars that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness in the product.
- Modified food starch is a processed ingredient that can raise quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
- 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 Enriched Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Enriched Wheat Flour is used here as base. Enriched wheat flour is used as the primary ingredient for the crust, providing essential nutrients but also raising concerns due to its refined nature.
Role in formula: base
Original: ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, ENZYME]
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that serves as a solvent and hydrator in the dough, contributing to the overall texture without quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as base. Soybean oil is used for moisture and texture in the crust, but it is a refined oil that may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOYBEAN OIL
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as base. Yeast is a natural leavening agent that helps the dough rise, contributing positively to the texture of the crust.
Role in formula: base
Original: YEAST
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Is Cultured Whey safe in this food?
Medium
Cultured Whey is used here as base. Cultured whey adds flavor and moisture to the product, but it is a dairy derivative that may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: CULTURED WHEY
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Is Whey safe in this food?
Medium
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a byproduct of cheese production that adds protein and flavor, but it may raise concerns for those with dairy sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEY
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Vinegar is used here as flavor. Vinegar is used for flavor enhancement and acts as a natural preservative, contributing positively to the overall safety of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: VINEGAR
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which raises concerns about excessive sugar content in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to high sodium levels, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Dough Conditioner safe in this food?
Medium
Dough Conditioner is used here as emulsifier. Dough conditioners improve texture and shelf life but may include processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: DOUGH CONDITIONER [WHEAT FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID, ENZYMES]
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Is Low Moisture Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Low Moisture Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese is used here as base. This cheese adds flavor and texture but is a processed dairy product that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: LOW MOISTURE WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)
Read the full ingredient profile for Low Moisture Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese
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Is Bulgogi Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Bulgogi Sauce is used here as flavor. The bulgogi sauce adds a unique flavor profile but contains sugar and modified food starch, raising concerns about added sugars and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: BULGOGI SAUCE (WATER, BULGOGI SEASONING [SUGAR, SOY SAUCE POWDER (SOY SAUCE (WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT), MALTODEXTRIN, SALT}, FRUCTOSE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, DEHYDRATED GREEN ONION, CARAMEL COLOR (SULFITES}, SPICES, XANTHAN GUM, LESS THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE AND TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING])
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Is Beef Crumble safe in this food?
Medium
Beef Crumble is used here as base. Beef crumble provides protein and flavor but raises concerns for those avoiding red meat or processed meats.
Role in formula: base
Original: BEEF CRUMBLE (BEEF, SALT, FLAVORINGS)
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Is Mushrooms safe in this food?
Good
Mushrooms is used here as base. Mushrooms add flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition of the pizza.
Role in formula: base
Original: MUSHROOMS
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Is Broccoli safe in this food?
Good
Broccoli is used here as base. Broccoli is a nutritious vegetable that adds fiber and vitamins, enhancing the overall health profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: BROCCOLI
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Is Red Onions safe in this food?
Good
Red Onions is used here as base. Red onions provide flavor and antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall composition of the pizza.
Role in formula: base
Original: RED ONIONS
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: 3853110
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , wheat
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