If you love Chinese food, you might be familiar with a tiny salt-like compound known as Monosodium glutamate (MSG). It is a wonderful taste enhancer and provides umami flavour.Monosodium Glutamate : A Danger or Not? Ajinomoto : Essence of Taste Ajinomoto is the name of the company that manufactures monosodium glutamate. The product became popular
READ MORE“Salt is the only product that changes cuisine. There’s a big difference between food that has salt and food without it. If you don’t believe that, ask people who can’t eat salt”. – Ferran Adria Salt is one such ingredient which can make or break a meal; it’s part of everyone’s kitchen and we
READ MOREWhen it comes to refreshing and delicious summer fruits, watermelon takes the crown. Besides being a perfect way to beat the heat, recent research suggests that this juicy delight offers more than just hydration and flavour. A study has revealed that eating watermelon regularly may play a significant role in promoting overall health and well-being.
READ MORESaffron, the precious spice derived from the Crocus sativus flower, is highly susceptible to adulteration due to its economic value and limited global production.
READ MOREPizzas, doughnuts, paranthas, pastries, momos, pasta— what looks like a list of all of our favourite comfort foods may be under the threat of contamination because of the one essential, common ingredient they all use, i.e., Maida or white flour. Maida is white flour made from wheat after being milled without any bran, refined, and bleached.
READ MOREThe Many uses of Cloves Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is indigenous to Indonesia. Its dried flower buds are popularly used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. It’s one of the most commonly used kitchen spices — used as a tastemaker and for its health benefits. Its essential oil is believed to have umpteen benefits and nutritional properties.
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