Chinese dishes WITHOUT MSG?

[iamwiz82]

Lola is sensitive to MSG in food to the point that they trigger migraines. We both really like it and would like to order some, but are worried about her headaches. Is there any food (other than the white rice 😛) that won't have a lot of MSG?

 

[dighn]

chinese food doesn't need msg. we never use msg at home.

but restaurant food always has msg

 

[Mo0o]

There are lots of restaurants taht advertize they dont have msg in there food. besides, you can always tell them to not put any in.

 

[iamwiz82]

Originally posted by: dighn
chinese food doesn't need msg. we never use msg at home.

but restaurant food always has msg

No, restaurant foods do not all have MSG, at least not in the quantity that would cause a reaction.

 

[jadinolf]

I like MSG. It adds flavor.
Sue me.

 

[dighn]

Originally posted by: iamwiz82

Originally posted by: dighn
chinese food doesn't need msg. we never use msg at home.

but restaurant food always has msg

No, restaurant foods do not all have MSG, at least not in the quantity that would cause a reaction.

they always taste like they have a ton of msg added to me

oh btw i meant only chinese restaurant food

 

[Harvey]

Unless you're at a steam table of already prepared food, you can ask most Chinese restaurants not to use MSG. The most important thing you can learn to say in Mandarin is (Chinese friends, please forgive my spelling if I get my Pin Yin wrong):

Bu yao wei xing. (pronounced boo yow wey jing).

It means, "Don't use MSG" (of course). 😀 :wine:

 

[Atomicus]

If you're eating in a Chinese Restaurant and not a take-out, its generally non-MSG.

 

[rh71]

I have the same migraine trigger and I make sure they don't put MSG in my food when I order... I ask them straight up first. I know you can't always trust them but there's this one take-out place here that says they don't put MSG everytime I simply ask and I've never had a problem... even with Sesame Chicken in fried rice.

Just gotta find a place that confirms no MSG and establish trust. Then you can eat anything you want from there.

You can usually tell there's a lot of MSG if you get real thirsty afterward (throughout the day).

 

[EvilYoda]

It's not often that I see someone speak Mandarin on the boards...it always seems to be Canto. cool.

But anyway, a GOOD Chinese restaurant (not an americanized one) should not have to use MSG...but I guess it depends on where you live and the demand for the food.

 

[iamwiz82]

I think it is less prevelent now since public awareness of CRS is more well known. We just ordered some, so I guess we will see what happens. They said that they use no MSG.

 

[jagec]

Originally posted by: jadinolf
I like MSG. It adds flavor.
Sue me.

Same. But I can understand how someone wouldn't like it if it gave them headaches...

 

[imported_KirbsAw]

You do realize that MSG is in just about everything right? Look on the ingredients list on your bag of doritos.

 

[Rage187]

I like MSG too, and can tell right away if its not in my food.

Nothing like tasteless chow mein.

BTW, Soy Sauce has MSG.

 

[biostud]

What's MSG?

 

[Rage187]

stands for:

Makes
Stuff
Good

 

[dighn]

Originally posted by: biostud666
What's MSG?

monosodium glutamate

it gives the taste of "umame" (japanese word i think)

basically a "meaty" taste

english doesn't seem to have a real word for it

 

[sniperruff]

Originally posted by: biostud666
What's MSG?

madison square garden

hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm allen houston... sooooo delicious...

 

[imported_KirbsAw]

Originally posted by: dighn

Originally posted by: biostud666
What's MSG?

monosodium glutamate

it gives the taste of "umame" (japanese word i think)

basically a "meaty" taste

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[Atomicus]

In its purest form, it tastes sweet 🙂

 

[0roo0roo]

parmesian has loads
tomatoes etc.

its in more things then u'd think

in american food stuffs its name is kinda hidden.

Additives that always contain MSG
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Monosodium Glutamate
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Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
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Hydrolyzed Protein
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Hydrolyzed Plant Protein
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Plant Protein Extract
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Sodium Caseinate
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Calcium Caseinate
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Yeast Extract
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Textured Protein
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Autolyzed Yeast
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Hydrolyzed Oat Flour
Terms that frequently indicate hidden MSG additives
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Malt extract
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Bouillon
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Broth
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Stock
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Flavoring
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Natural Flavoring
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Natural Beef or Chicken Flavoring
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Seasoning
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Spices
Additives that may contain MSG or excitotoxins
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Carrageenan
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Enzymes
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Soy Protein Concentrate
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Soy Protein Isolate
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Whey Protein Concentrate
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Protease enzymes of various sources can release excitotoxin amino acids from food proteins.
Referencehttp://www.naturodoc.com/library/nutrition/MSG.htm

 

[imported_KirbsAw]

Anyone remember that episode of the simpsons where homer is dipping fried chicken into a bucket of msg?

 

[dighn]

Originally posted by: Atomicus
In its purest form, it tastes sweet 🙂

it doesn't taste sweet

the taste is distinct from the regular 5 tastes. though i think cantonese ppl call it "sweet"..

 

[rh71]

Originally posted by: Rage187
BTW, Soy Sauce has MSG.

Even in the pouches that say NO MSG and isn't listed in the ingredients ?

 

[Rage187]

Originally posted by: rh71

Originally posted by: Rage187
BTW, Soy Sauce has MSG.

Even in the pouches that say NO MSG and isn't listed in the ingredients ?

Um, of course those dont, I'm referring to the regular off the shelf Soy Sauce.