Monosodium glutamate also known as ‘Ajinomoto’ is a famous food ingredient, which is mostly used in Chinese cuisine. It is naturally present in various foods such as tomatoes, cheese, mushrooms and potatoes. It is a sodium salt of Glutamic acid. This glutamic acid is an amino acid, which is naturally present in human bodies and food products such as meat, fish, milk and milk products and some vegetables.
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- Ajinomoto is simply monosodium glutamate or MSG, which has been used as a flavor enhancer for a very long time.
- It has an umani taste that intensifies the meaty, savory flavor of food, as naturally occurring glutamate does in foods such as stews and meat soups.
- Made from corn through a fermentation process which is similar to the one used to make yogurt, and soy sauce.
- MSG is found in tomatoes, parmesan, potatoes, mushrooms, and other vegetables and fruits. MSG is used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer and can also be used to reduce the intake of sodium.
- Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer commonly added to Chinese food, canned vegetables, and soups.
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