Tag: Umami powder

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a widely used food additive, and according to the FDA, it is safe to consume. Used correctly, it intensifies the savory umami notes in dishes, but using too much can result in an undesirable, off-flavor.

Food safety organizations like the U.S. FDA have classified monosodium glutamate (MSG), a common form of tasting powder, as “generally recognized as safe”. For those seeking an alternative to the store-bought variety, learning how to prepare tasting powder using natural ingredients is a simple and rewarding process.