Bambind Ginger Garlic Paste — OKAY

Munch or Dump rates Bambind Ginger Garlic Paste by Bambind OKAY — score 58/90.

Real ginger and garlic as the base, but propped up with a synthetic preservative and stabilizer that undercut its 'organic' billing.

Why this verdict

• Base is real ginger, garlic and salt
• Synthetic preservative (sodium benzoate, INS 211) added
• Stabilizer plus two acids prop up shelf life
• No added sugar or refined oil

Ingredients (7)

• ginger (safe) — Whole spice, digestive benefit.
• GARLIC (safe) — Real aromatic. Whole food.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• Citric Acid (INS 330) (safe) — Common acidulant, safe in these amounts.
• Acetic acid (INS 260) (safe) — Vinegar acid used for tang and shelf life; benign.
• Stabilizer (INS 415, Xanthan Gum) (moderate) — Thickener to keep the paste from separating; not whole-food.
• Preservative (INS 211, Sodium Benzoate) (moderate) — Shelf-life preservative that can form trace benzene when combined with the added acids.