Monosodium glutamate (MSG) adds flavour to soups, sauces, seasonings, and instant snacks. It is a taste enhancer that imparts a sixth sense, described as savoury, in addition to the five basic tastes like sweet, spicy, bitter, sour and salty. Puramate Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavour enhancer commonly added to Chinese food, canned vegetables, soups and processed meats.