{"id":16643,"date":"2023-05-11T08:28:56","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T12:28:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/?p=16643"},"modified":"2023-05-11T08:28:59","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T12:28:59","slug":"unlocking-the-secret-of-umami","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/11\/unlocking-the-secret-of-umami\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlocking the Secret of Umami"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From culinary shows like Anthony Bourdain\u2019s Parts Unknown<\/a> to the California-based chain Umami Burger<\/a>, the descriptor \u201cumami\u201d has found a home within our pop-culture<\/a> lexicon. However, for many people both inside and outside of the foodservice industry, the exact meaning and origin of this term remains shrouded in mystery. This article aims to remove that confusion and provide a broader understanding of this pleasant and fulfilling flavor experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Umami?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Known as the fifth taste<\/strong>, umami has been the subject of much fascination and study over the past century. From the rich flavors of meat<\/strong>, cheese<\/strong>, and soy sauce<\/strong> to the subtle depth of mushrooms<\/strong>, seaweed<\/strong>, and tomatoes<\/strong>, umami is present in a wide range of foods your customers enjoy. The flavor of umami is largely described as meaty, savory, rich, complex, and full-bodied. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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