The Case for Using MSG in Everyday Cooking: Separating Fact from Fiction The notion that monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer to be approached with caution or avoided altogether has become deeply ingrained in Western culinary culture.
Despite being widely used in Asian cuisine for decades, the compound remains shrouded in misconceptions and myths.
These widespread perceptions have led many cooks to view MSG as an unsavory ingredient, relegated to the realm of processed foods and restaurant secret menus.