How much MSG is in Umami Super Salt?

Comprised of 90%. Himalayan Sea Salt, Umami Super Salt only contains small amounts of MSG, but MSG is so flavor-packed that that’s all you need to turn your kitchen into a Michelin Star restaurant.

How different is Umami Super Salt from regular salt?

When comparing Umami Super Salt and regular salt, there really is no competition—with its flavor enhancers, MSG, sodium glutamate, and sodium inosinate, Umami Super Salt blows regular salt out of the water. Regular salt only gives you, well, a salty flavor, but Umami Super Salt combines saltiness with the umami meaty flavor everyone loves. Since Umami Super Salt contains the tasty umami of MSG, you’re less likely to over-salt your dishes, which means you’ll reduce your salt intake and your blood pressure will thank you.

What is MSG used in?

MSG is used in so many tasty foods, it’s almost impossible to name them all, but we’ll try. MSG is used to enhance the flavors of fan favorites, such as Chinese food, Chick-fil-A, Kentucky Fried Chicken, chips and snacks, dressings, sauces, soups, cheese, tomatoes, and more.

You can use MSG or Umami Super Salt to make incredible dishes, such as:

• Egg frittata
• Italian wedding soup
• Savory yogurt dip
• Sriracha stuffed mushrooms
• Stuffed chicken thighs
• Southwestern chicken soup
• Ramen
• Grilled Asian steak kebabs
• Garlic shrimp over sautéed spinach
• Mac and cheese
• Slow cooker pot roast
• Oven-baked honey sriracha chicken wings
• Chinese egg rolls
• Steamed pork dumplings
• Smothered okra with sausage and shrimp
• Smoked country style ribs
• Crispy pork belly
• Chicken enchiladas
• Creole chicken and sausage gumbo
• Swedish meatballs in gravy
• Crockpot beef and broccoli

Is MSG bad for you?

No, MSG is not bad for you. It has been scientifically proven that MSG is safe for you to consume, but due to propaganda dating back to 1968, it’s been hard for MSG to shake its bad reputation. The FDA places MSG in the same safety category as many household staples, such as pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper, which means you can rest easy knowing adding a bit of Umami Super Salt to your food is going to be as safe as it is tasty.

Does MSG cause headaches?

MSG is not generally believed to cause headaches but some people who have a sensitivity to food additives may develop a headache after eating large amounts of MSG. In this case, it’s not specifically MSG that is the problem—this person tends to have reactions to all food additives.

Why Do People Think MSG is bad for you?

By now, everyone has probably heard the myths about MSG—many people believe this flavor enhancer causes headaches, asthma, allergic reactions, and even brain damage, but the truth is, there isn’t any definitive evidence supporting these claims. Misinformation has contributed to MSG’s bad reputation, but we’re here to set the record straight. The reality is, MSG is a delicious and popular flavor enhancer that is considered safe to consume by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). And Umami Super Salt, which is a blend of Himalayan Sea Salt, MSG, and other safe sodium crystals, can help you take your home cooking to the next level. All of your dinner guests will be wondering whether you’ve got a secret culinary degree.