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[ad_1] One of the oldest and most essential ingredients in the culinary world, Salt comes in various forms, textures and flavours. For centuries, it has been used across civilizations mainly for food preservation. Our ancestors were also keen on the flavour of salt that gave meats and vegetables a unique, delicious taste, something that has not changed yet. But there is something fun learning about "common ingredients" and their varieties. From the most commonly found table salt to exotic varieties sourced from distant lands, let's dive into the fascinating world of salt and its various kinds.Also Read: Salt: How Good Or Bad Is It? Expert Reveals (Watch)Table salt is commonly found in households globally.Photo Credit: iStockHere Are 7 Types Of Salt You Should Know About1. Table SaltThe m...

[ad_1] MSG or Monosodium glutamate is a flavour-enhancing seasoning that is widely used in Chinese cuisine and also added to other restaurant foods, canned vegetables and soups. Just like sugar adds sweetness to a dish and salt adds saltiness, MSG contributes to adding the fifth flavour -- umami -- to a dish. For the unversed, umami is a category of taste in food, besides sweet, sour, salt, and bitter. Scientists identified umami taste receptors on the human tongue in 2002. It can be most closely associated with savoriness. In Japanese, umami means "essence of deliciousness".Also Read: Kosher Salt Vs Regular Salt: How They Differ In Taste And TextureA Quest For Flavour: Invention Of MSG It all started with a bowl of Kombu dashi in 1908. While savouring this dish, Japanese chemist Kikunae...

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From Kosher To Fleur De Sel: 7 Types Of Salt You Must Know About

All About MSG Seasoning: Who Invented It And How Does It Boost Flavour?