Description
Monosodium Glutamate Flavour Enhancer (E621) - 1000 g
Monosodium glutamate, abbreviated MSG, is a sodium salt made from glutamic acid, which is a naturally occurring amino acid. The substance is known in the food industry under the additive number E621 and is used as a flavour enhancer in a wide variety of dishes and products. MSG is closely associated with umami, considered the fifth basic taste alongside sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Umami is described as a rich, rounded, and savoury taste experience that enhances the other flavour nuances in a dish. Glutamic acid occurs naturally in many everyday foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products, and the body itself produces glutamate as part of normal metabolism. MSG is used in powder form and is added directly to dishes during preparation or as a seasoning at the table. It is particularly widespread in Asian cooking, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian cuisines, but is also used in soups, sauces, marinades, and ready-meals worldwide. The product is a fine, white crystalline powder that dissolves quickly in hot and cold dishes. The package contains 1000 g and is suitable for catering kitchens, restaurants, and home cooks who use the flavour enhancer regularly. The product is an effective way to intensify the flavour in cooking without adding large amounts of salt. MSG powder is a popular kitchen tool for those who want to achieve a deeper and more complex taste experience in everyday dishes. The flavour enhancer is suitable for use in stir-fries, noodle soups, rice dishes, and marinades.
Product Declaration
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Flavour enhancer (E621)
Allergens: No allergens specified