Question 1

Your listing states msg free. isn't yeast extract msg??

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Thanks for your question and your interest in Yondu! 
The yeast extract that is in Yondu is made from the same kinds of yeast that is used for making beer and bread (you might even find yeast extract sold as the sandwich spread known as Vegemite or Marmite). Yeast extract naturally contains glutamates, an amino acid that is found in many foods and is contained in 5-15% of all dietary proteins. MSG is chemically synthesized versions of pure glutamate. As yeast extract is naturally occurring, the amount of glutamate is much less than in MSG. To quote from healthline.com “The main difference between yeast extract and MSG in foods comes down to flavor. MSG doesn’t have a flavor. Instead, it acts as a flavor enhancer, like salt. Yeast extract adds flavor to foods, like a spice.” Hope this helps!

Question 2

Is it a liquid or powder? Good fish sauce substitute?

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Yondu is a liquid seasoning that adds a lot of delicious & savory umami flavors to your dishes. In this way, it is quite similar to fish sauce (a fermented anchovy-based sauce used frequently in Southeast Asian cooking). Yondu is also vegan and made from fermented soybeans and vegetables broths. It has a bit more of a delicate flavor and doesn’t overwhelm like fish sauce might. Try using Yondu in any recipe that calls for fish sauce in a 1:1 ratio, and always season to taste and adjust at the end to your preference. Hope this helps!

Question 3

Is this the same as the Korean yondu in the green package?

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Hi Aurora, both the Korean and the U.S. version of Yondu are produced by Sempio Foods Company. The U.S. version has a slightly more subtle "soy" flavor, making it particularly suitable for use in all types of cuisine (not only Korean dishes). The U.S. version is also a more premium product and is organic and gluten-free. Thanks for your interest!

Question 4

Is this in a glass bottle?

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The smaller sizes (5.1 Fl oz & 9.3 Fl oz) are in glass bottles and the large size (28 Fl oz) is in a PET plastic bottle.

ASIN	B075KGRBTM
ASIN	B075KGRBTM
Allergen Information	Contains: Soy
Best Sellers Rank	9,463 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) 1 in Umami Paste
Brand Name	Yondu
Container Type	Bottle
Country of Origin	Korea, Republic of
Country of origin	Korea, Republic of
Cuisine	Japanese Cooking
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6,410)
Customer reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6,410)
Diet Type	Gluten Free, Plant Based, Vegan
Flavour	Vegetable Umami
Global Trade Identification Number	08801005991001
Is discontinued by manufacturer	No
Item Highlight	Plant-based seasoning that adds rich umami to soups, stir-fries and sauces. An alternative to fish sauce and bouillon.
Item Package Weight	0.63 Kilograms
Item Weight	12 Ounces
Manufacturer	Sempio Foods Company
Manufacturer	Sempio Foods Company
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Product Dimensions	7.5 x 7.5 x 14.5 cm; 340.19 g
Size	275 ml
Specialty	Vegan, no_genetic_engineering, organic
Unit Count	275.0 millilitre

Vegetable Umami 275ml Plant-Based All-Purpose Seasoning Sauce | Plant-based seasoning that adds rich umami to soups, stir-fries and sauces. An alternative to fish sauce and bouillon.

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