Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is the sodium salt of glutamic acid, one of the most abundant naturally occurring non-essential amino acids. Glutamate is found naturally in tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, potatoes, mushrooms, and other vegetables, meat, dairy products and fruits. MSG is used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer with an umami taste (the fifth taste) that intensifies the meaty, savory flavor of food, as naturally occurring […]
Maggi instant noodles: India’s favorite snack under scanner
Maggi is an international brand of instant soups, ketchups, sauces, stocks, seasonings and instant noodles. It is the instant noodles that have gained popularity amongst Indians, young and old alike, over the years. Owned by Nestlé since 1947, the original company was founded in Switzerland in 1872 by Julius Maggi. Composition of Maggi noodles Maggi noodles is essentially made of […]