MSG's Reputation as a "Flavor Enhancer" Likely Arises When the Savory

question 287

Multiple Choice

MSG's reputation as a "flavor enhancer" likely arises when the savory odors of, say, chicken soup, combine with the taste of which of the following substances that does not taste very pleasant by itself?

• A)cumin.
• B)glutamate.
• C)turmeric.
• D)cardamom.

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