Eliminating MSG in a Meat Burger, Maintaining Texture and Flavor
The processed meat industry faces a significant challenge: replacing the controversial ingredient monosodium glutamate (MSG) without compromising on flavor.
RAISE: An Innovative Solution for Enhancing Flavor
At Done Properly, we develop natural, simple, and recognizable ingredients to meet the growing demand for transparency and health in processed foods.
RAISE is more than just an MSG replacement; it’s a flavor modulator that adds umami to foods.
With RAISE, a leading company in the Chilean meat industry managed to eliminate monosodium glutamate from the recipe and improve the overall quality of their burger.
Color
Samples 523 and 839 (both with RAISE) received the highest ratings in color (7.7).
RAISE could improve the appearance of the burger’s color.
The color with RAISE is as good as that of the burgers with MSG.
Aroma
Sample 924 with 1% RAISE leads with a 7.5 in aroma.
RAISE contributes to a more appealing aromatic profile.
Texture
Sample with RAISE, without MSG, receives the highest rating in texture.
Sample 839 with 0.5% RAISE scores 7.8 in texture.
A little bit of RAISE goes a long way for the ideal texture without using MSG.
Overall Flavor
Sample 924 with 1% RAISE achieves the highest score in overall flavor (8.0).
RAISE at this concentration is particularly effective at enhancing the flavor of burgers, without the need for MSG.
Overall Quality
The samples with RAISE have the best ratings in overall quality (7.8 and 7.7).
Without RAISE or MSG, sample 385 falls to 6.9, the lowest in quality.
Comparison with the Positive Control (with MSG, without RAISE)
All samples with RAISE match or exceed the control with MSG.
RAISE is an effective substitute for MSG in terms of sensory acceptance.
With RAISE, meat processing can be healthier and more sustainable while meeting consumer flavor demands.
The implementation of RAISE in the meat industry is just the beginning of a broader change.
At Done Properly, we continue to work on solutions that not only meet current needs but also set new standards.
Discover more about RAISE
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