noun
flavor enhancer; umami seasoning
Refers to seasonings that add umami, such as monosodium glutamate (MSG) or other glutamates. Common in cooking and food science contexts.
この料理にはうま味調味料を少し加えると、味がぐっと深まります。
Adding a little flavor enhancer to this dish really deepens the taste.
Flavor enhancers are made by extracting umami components found in kelp and bonito flakes.