Using MSG in your rub ????

bottomsupbbq · 01-02-2010, 01:24 PM

I am thinking about adding MSG to one of my current homeade rubs to see how it or if it inhances the flavor of my finished Q. For a 1 cup batch of rub what is a good starting amount if I am to add MSG to the mix? 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon?
Thanks.

capri man · 01-02-2010, 01:29 PM

UH OH!!!

big brother smoke · 01-02-2010, 01:34 PM

Start with a 1/4 teaspoon and add to until your rub is enhanced

bingo1912 · 01-02-2010, 01:58 PM

Hi
There are two schools of thought about Msg. Some people absolutely abhor it and claim to be allergic citing nerve disorders and a host of other issues.
It is a legal additive as far as I know worldwide and is a flavor enhancer. If you do some looking around on the net you will find it comes in many guises, almost any commercial product you look at will have it listed in one form or another. It was first isolated by a Japanese Chemist in 1933 from Wheat (Monosodium Glutatmate) and is not regulated.It is used heavily in Japanese cooking.
Last I checked the Japanese have the longest longevity in the world, so go figure, also MSG occurs naturally in the body.
All that being said. Personally I used to use Accent but for some reason it just didn't taste "right" so I no longer use it, and avoid products that have MSG on the label.
I guess this doesn't really answer your question. Just my 2 cents worth.
Gary

Bbq Bubba · 01-02-2010, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by big brother smoke

Start with a 1/4 teaspoon and add to until your rub is enhanced

You said "enhanced"

TN_BBQ · 01-02-2010, 02:27 PM

Go for it.
I've had a number of rubs w/MSG

Captain Dave · 01-02-2010, 02:41 PM

I remember the big hubbub about MSG. Headaches and such. It was my understanding the conection was misproven. I never add msg but don't avoid products that contain it either.

Phubar · 01-02-2010, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Dave

I never add msg but don't avoid products that contain it either.

Me too.....right StePh?

big brother smoke · 01-02-2010, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Bbq Bubba

You said "enhanced"

Thought I would give a simple but true answer

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phubar

Me too.....right StePh?

Lol

JD McGee · 01-02-2010, 04:00 PM

I use MSG in my comp rubs only (those that don't come with it already...

). For a 2 cup batch I use 1 tablespoon...

Google is your friend... http://www.msginfo.com/in_the_kitchen_quick.asp

MattG · 01-02-2010, 04:49 PM

I tried some MSG in our home made rub and I didnt like it at all, (tasted like pepper) need a little more work. Just remember a little goes a long way.

Plowboy · 01-02-2010, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MattG

I tried some MSG in our home made rub and I didnt like it at all, (tasted like pepper) need a little more work. Just remember a little goes a long way.

It probably made you taste the pepper in your rub more. It would not make sense that sodium product would taste like pepper. MSG will help bring out the other flavors in your rub. That's probably where the pepper is coming from.

bottomsupbbq · 01-02-2010, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Plowboy

It probably made you taste the pepper in your rub more. It would not make sense that sodium product would taste like pepper. MSG will help bring out the other flavors in your rub. That's probably where the pepper is coming from.

Interesting... Would you advise to slightly reduce the amount of pepper if adding MSG to your rub?

MilitantSquatter · 01-02-2010, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by bottomsupbbq

Interesting... Would you advise to slightly reduce the amount of pepper if adding MSG to your rub?

only if you don't like too much pepper !!

bottomsupbbq · 01-02-2010, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MilitantSquatter

only if you don't like too much pepper !!

Gee Thanks!!!

01-02-2010, 01:24 PM	#1
bottomsupbbq Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 08-17-09 Location: Snohomish	Using MSG in your rub ???? I am thinking about adding MSG to one of my current homeade rubs to see how it or if it inhances the flavor of my finished Q. For a 1 cup batch of rub what is a good starting amount if I am to add MSG to the mix? 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon? Thanks.

01-02-2010, 01:29 PM	#2
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01-02-2010, 01:34 PM	#3
big brother smoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-06 Location: Ventura, CA	Start with a 1/4 teaspoon and add to until your rub is enhanced __________________ Peace and Smoke, BBS Powered by the West Coast Offense: Big Poppa Smokers and Simply Marvelous BBQ - "Walk with Us" My weapons: Humphrey's Smokers

01-02-2010, 01:58 PM	#4
bingo1912 Take a breath! Join Date: 12-26-09 Location: Lynden WA	Hi There are two schools of thought about Msg. Some people absolutely abhor it and claim to be allergic citing nerve disorders and a host of other issues. It is a legal additive as far as I know worldwide and is a flavor enhancer. If you do some looking around on the net you will find it comes in many guises, almost any commercial product you look at will have it listed in one form or another. It was first isolated by a Japanese Chemist in 1933 from Wheat (Monosodium Glutatmate) and is not regulated.It is used heavily in Japanese cooking. Last I checked the Japanese have the longest longevity in the world, so go figure, also MSG occurs naturally in the body. All that being said. Personally I used to use Accent but for some reason it just didn't taste "right" so I no longer use it, and avoid products that have MSG on the label. I guess this doesn't really answer your question. Just my 2 cents worth. Gary __________________ Play with your food,,, PLEASE! Last edited by bingo1912; 01-02-2010 at 02:00 PM.. Reason: Typo

01-02-2010, 02:27 PM	#6
TN_BBQ is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-02-08 Location: Knoxville, TN	Go for it. I've had a number of rubs w/MSG __________________ Life's a party with a Backwoods Party!

01-02-2010, 02:41 PM	#7
Captain Dave is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 07-29-09 Location: Luling, Texas 78648	I remember the big hubbub about MSG. Headaches and such. It was my understanding the conection was misproven. I never add msg but don't avoid products that contain it either. __________________ Thanks for noticing

01-02-2010, 04:00 PM	#10
JD McGee somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 06-28-07 Location: Duvall, WA	I use MSG in my comp rubs only (those that don't come with it already...). For a 2 cup batch I use 1 tablespoon... Google is your friend... http://www.msginfo.com/in_the_kitchen_quick.asp __________________ "The team formerly known as "Wine Country "Q"... PNWBA "Team of the Year" 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017... We cook on MAK Grills and Bullets...

01-02-2010, 04:49 PM	#11
MattG is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-29-09 Location: Madison Ga.	I tried some MSG in our home made rub and I didnt like it at all, (tasted like pepper) need a little more work. Just remember a little goes a long way. __________________ Matt Goodman Deep South Smoker, UDS in progress Check us out on Facebook [url]http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pots-BBQ/107610505962113[/url]

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