Monosodium Glutamate
Monosodium glutamate (monosodium salt of glutamic acid) is white crystalline powder, highly soluble in water, odorless, with characteristic umami meaty taste.
FormulaIt is one of the most well-known flavor enhancers.
C₅H₈NO₄NaApplication
food additive (E621): flavor enhancer in sausages, snacks, sauces, ready meals, frozen products, used in production of seasonings (e.g., «Vegeta»), bouillon cubes, instant noodles.