a white crystalline substance, the sodium salt of glutamic acid, that has little flavour itself but enhances the flavour of proteins either by increasing the amount of saliva produced in the mouth or by stimulating the taste buds: used as a food additive, esp in Chinese foods. Formula: NaC5H8O4
Also called: sodium glutamate. Abbreviation: MSG
Examples of 'flavour enhancer' in a sentence
flavour enhancer
It's a great condiment and flavour enhancer.
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The tiny amount of alcohol in this recipe is used as a flavour enhancer.
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This recipe is low in fat, so you can get away with using small quantities of parmesan as a flavour enhancer.
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It acts as a tenderiser for raw fish and pulses and as a flavour enhancer in savoury broths.
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The yeast extract is a 'clean label' flavour enhancer; the rosemary extract acts as an antioxidant (preservative in the 'fresh' soup).
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Snack on it raw, use it in salad dressings, add it to stock for stews, or cook it with meats as a rich flavour enhancer.