Taste, monosodium glutamate, MSG ID: 195-49

Monosodium glutamate enhances the flavors of many, but not all foods. Works well on a variety of foods, including meats, poultry, seafood and lots of herbs. It is used as a flavor enhancer in some soups, cooked meals and sauces with meat ingredients.

Monosodium glutamate goes well with salty and sour flavors, but little with sweet foods such as cakes, pastries and pastries in general.