KKU introduces organic MSG-substitute seasoning

[misskit]

KHON KAEN(NNT) - Researchers at Khon Kaen University have developed a plant based food seasoning based on folk wisdom which can be substituted for MSG, providing a healthier seasoning for consumers.


Researchers from the Department of Food Technology at Khon Kaen University have introduced their plant based "Pak Nua" food seasoning powder, aimed at serving as a healthy substitute for MSG.


The formula for the new seasoning is still being finalized, but will eventually be registered as the intellectual property of a safe herb farming group of Sila subdistrict.


Lecturer Pimnipa Hirunsorn said this week that the new organic seasoning is made from a blend of local herbs in the northeastern region, such as Pak Wan Ban that has a sweet flavour, pumpkin for nuttiness, and Cha Muang for tartness; It has blood enriching benefits, as well as the aromas of garlic and parsley. The combination of these ingredients in an appropriate ratio will provide a savoury flavour which can be used as a natural seasoning instead of MSG.


Pak Nua seasoning powder is a community product from the safe herb farming group of Sila subdistrict. Khon Kaen University is helping with the marketing, package design, research and development, food processing, and product safety tests.

National News Bureau Of Thailand

[nidhogg]

Correct me if i am wrong, but i thought msg WAS organic, prepared through fermentation????

[misskit]

^ Not wrong.

MSG contains less sodium than salt making the MSG a but safer health-wise to use than table salt.