Flavor enhancer imparting umami, for short Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Monday, February 19, 2024 · 13-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, February 19, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 19, 2024 · 13-Down · 3 letters
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white crystalline compound used as a food additive to enhance flavor; often used in Chinese cooking; "food manufacturers sometimes list MSG simply as `artificial flavors' in ingredient lists"
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