Sensory Profile
Texture
creamygelatinousslightly grainy
Wine Analogy
Similar to aged Manzanilla sherry with its briny, nutty notes
Coffee Analogy
Resembles the umami depth of a wet-processed Sumatra coffee
Perfume Analogy
Evokes the marine-mineral accord of sel marin fragrances
Culinary Applications
Century Egg CongeeGuangdong, ChinaProvides umami base for rice porridge
Khai Yat SaiThailandStuffed omelet filling with salted yolk
BibingkaPhilippinesTopping for coconut rice cakes
Dietary
VegetarianGluten-FreeHalalKosheregg proteins
Molecular Pairing
Key Compounds Produced
glutamic acidinosinic acidguanosine monophosphate