How much MSG is in Umami Super Salt?

Umami Super Salt is about 90% Himalayan sea salt. It only contains small amounts of MSG, but MSG is so flavor-packed that that’s all you need.

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, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate, 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 get the flavor you want with less salt overall.

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. MSG has been studied for decades, and regulators keep landing in the same place. The FDA lists MSG as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), the same category as household staples like salt and pepper. Even so, propaganda dating back to 1968 has given it a bad reputation that has been hard to shake. You can rest easy knowing that adding a bit of Umami Super Salt to your food is 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, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate, 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.