While both versions are lower in sodium than traditional soy sauce (and naturally gluten-free), there are some nuances when it comes to choosing the right one for your specific dietary needs.
MSG is a white, odorless, crystalline powder commonly used as a food additive. In the food industry, it’s known as E621. It dissolves easily in water, separating into sodium and free glutamate.
Japanese condiments are sold at a supermarket in Shanghai on Aug. 23, 2024. (Kyodo) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's soy sauce exports in 2023 topped 10 billion yen ($65 million) for the first time on ...
Soy sauce giant Kikkoman Corp. said roughly half of its household products now come in airtight containers. The company's Kikkoman Freshly Pressed Nama-Shoyu can maintain freshness for up to 90 ...
This easy, brightly coloured pork and pepper stir-fry really celebrates that bottle of sweet chilli sauce – usually used just for dipping – hiding at the back of your fridge. Each serving ...
Notably, natural glutamate, which exists in many foods, is often used as an additive in countless “MSG-free” products. Any dish boasting umami likely contains natural glutamate, often in substantial ...