AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 29 ingredients in goulash soup, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 29 ingredient raises concerns, while 25 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include water, potato, beef, onion. Allergen notice: contains Wheat.
Why is goulash soup Haram?
- This product is categorised as Haram due to 'alcohol', an ingredient explicitly forbidden under halal guidelines. In-depth evaluation, referencing international halal authorities, confirms this outcome. See the ingredient section for further details.
Ingredient Analysis (29)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
potato Starchy tuber; versatile in cooking. | Halal |
beef Check for Halal logo | Doubtful |
onion Bulb vegetable; base for many dishes. | Halal |
sunflower oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
beef Check for Halal logo | Doubtful |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
beef Check for Halal logo | Doubtful |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sunflower oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
onion Bulb vegetable; base for many dishes. | Halal |
carrot Root vegetable; rich in beta-carotene. | Halal |
caramelized sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tomato Botanically fruit but used as vegetable. | Halal |
maltodextrin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
parsley Herb used as vegetable; rich in vitamin K. | Halal |
garlic Used for flavoring; discouraged before prayers due to odor. | Halal |
spice extracts Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tomato pulp Botanically fruit but used as vegetable. | Halal |
red paprika Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
paprika powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
onion powder Bulb vegetable; base for many dishes. | Halal |
garlic Used for flavoring; discouraged before prayers due to odor. | Halal |
alcohol | Haram |
herbs Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
spices Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (1 allergens)
Wheat
FoundHealth Sense (24 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains caramelized sugar, maltodextrin, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Gout
RiskyReason: Contains beef broth concentrate, beef meat, extract of beef meat
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian FriendlyCriteria: Excludes meat and seafood only
Contains meat or seafood ingredients
Pescatarian
Not Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
Contains meat ingredients
Frequently Asked Questions
Is goulash soup halal to eat?
Yes — goulash soup has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 29 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in goulash soup are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: alcohol. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other HOFER products halal?
HOFER produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our HOFER brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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