Sweet Earth Foods
Flavor:
Kung Pao Chik'n
Ingredients:
Water, Mindful Chik’n 3 (Water, Soy Protein Concentrate 2, Canola Oil 2, Distilled Vinegar, Yeast Extract, Salt, Seasoning (Salt, Natural Flavors, Yeast Extract 1, Citric Acid, Roasted Onion Powder, Onion Powder 1, Sugar 1), Broccoli 1, Cooked Brown Rice, Celery, Red Bell Peppers 1, Yellow Peppers, Peanuts, Tamari Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans 1, Salt, Alcohol 1), Green Onions, Sesame Oil, 2% Or Less Of Brown Sugar, Ginger Puree 1, Rice Vinegar 1, Garlic Puree, Chili Garlic Sauce (Salted Chili Peppers [chili Peppers, Salt], Garlic, Sugar, Rice Vinegar, Water, Modified Cornstarch, Acetic Acid), Corn Starch.
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Sweet Earth Foods Kung Pao Chik’n receives a 2 out of 5 green leaf rating on our scale for cleaner food options. This product is a plant-based alternative to traditional Kung Pao chicken, including ingredients such as soy-based protein, a variety of vegetables, and a sauce blend featuring tamari soy sauce and spices.
However, the product falls short in several areas that are vital for a clean food label. It is not certified organic, which is a significant factor in our assessment. The presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) further detracts from its clean food status, as the product does not claim to use non-GMO ingredients. Added sugars, including brown sugar and sugar listed in the ingredients, contribute to the lower score, as we prioritize foods without added sweeteners.
The product also contains ingredients that raise concerns about its overall healthiness. The inclusion of natural flavors and corn starch points to potential additives that may not align with a clean eating philosophy. Additionally, the oils used in this product—sesame oil and canola oil—are considered less desirable in the context of cleaner, more wholesome food options.
The ingredients of the Sweet Earth Foods Kung Pao Chik’n suggest that while it offers a plant-based meal choice, it does not meet the stringent criteria for a high rating of cleanliness and healthfulness on our website. Consumers seeking out the cleanest food products might prefer options with organic certification, no GMOs, no added sugars, and without the potentially harmful oils and additives found in this product. Despite its plant-based composition, the Sweet Earth Foods Kung Pao Chik’n has room for improvement to align more closely with the cleaner, healthier food options that our website aims to highlight.
Certifications:
None
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