Is Yellow Curry Paste Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bamboo Garden
This page reviews Yellow Curry Paste by Bamboo Garden as a food. Its current score is 75/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several natural ingredients like yellow bell pepper and garlic, but also contains canola oil and salt, which raise some quality concerns. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes several natural ingredients like yellow bell pepper and garlic, but also contains canola oil and salt, which raise some quality concerns. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Canola oil is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about quality and sourcing.
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 yellow bell pepper and garlic, contributing to flavor.
- Includes spices such as turmeric and coriander, which are known for their culinary uses.
- The presence of lime leaves and lemongrass adds authentic flavor profiles.
- No artificial preservatives or colors detected, indicating a more natural composition.
Concerns
- Canola oil is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about quality and sourcing.
- Contains salt, which can contribute to high sodium levels in the diet.
- Potential allergens like wheat and soy may pose risks for sensitive individuals.
- The product may have a shorter shelf life once opened, requiring careful storage.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Onions safe in this food?
Good
Onions is used here as base. Onions provide a natural base flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the curry paste.
Role in formula: base
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Yellow Bell Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Yellow Bell Pepper is used here as base. Yellow bell pepper adds sweetness and color, contributing to the paste's flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Paprika gelb
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is a common flavor enhancer that adds depth and richness to the curry paste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Knoblauch
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Is Canola Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as emulsifier. Canola oil serves as an emulsifier, helping to blend the ingredients, but is a processed oil with mixed health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water acts as a solvent, helping to dissolve and combine the other ingredients effectively.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Wasser
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but raises concerns regarding sodium intake, especially in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Cayenne Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Cayenne Pepper is used here as flavor. Cayenne pepper adds heat and spiciness, contributing to the overall flavor complexity of the paste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cayennepfeffer
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Is Turmeric safe in this food?
Good
Turmeric is used here as natural_extract. Turmeric is known for its vibrant color and flavor, enhancing the curry's visual appeal and taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Kurkuma
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Is Coriander safe in this food?
Good
Coriander is used here as flavor. Coriander adds a fresh, citrusy flavor that complements the other spices in the paste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Koriander
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Is Cumin safe in this food?
Good
Cumin is used here as flavor. Cumin provides a warm, earthy flavor that is essential in many curry dishes.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kreuzkümmel
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Is Cinnamon safe in this food?
Good
Cinnamon is used here as flavor. Cinnamon adds a hint of sweetness and warmth, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zimt
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Is Lime Leaves safe in this food?
Good
Lime Leaves is used here as natural_extract. Lime leaves contribute a unique citrus aroma and flavor, typical in Southeast Asian cuisine.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Limettenblätter
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Is Lemongrass safe in this food?
Good
Lemongrass is used here as natural_extract. Lemongrass adds a fresh, lemony flavor that brightens the overall taste of the curry paste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Zitronengras
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Is Galangal Root safe in this food?
Good
Galangal Root is used here as natural_extract. Galangal root provides a distinct flavor that is essential in many Asian dishes, enhancing authenticity.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Galgantwurzel
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and brightness but is a processed form of lemon juice.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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: 3828474
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Allergens detected: wheat , egg , soy , milk , celery , mustard , sesame
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