Bouillon cubes are dehydrated, condensed broth or stock packaged in a small cube, made from ingredients like meat or vegetable stock, salt, fat, MSG, and seasonings. They are used to quickly make an instant broth for soups, stews, sauces, and other dishes by dissolving them in hot water, adding flavor and depth without the need to make stock from scratch.
What they are made of
Dehydrated meat or vegetable stock
Salt
Fat
MSG (monosodium glutamate) and other seasonings
How to use them
Dissolve a cube in hot water to create a flavored liquid for cooking or for a quick soup.
Add to recipes like soups, stews, risottos, and sauces to enhance flavor.
Be mindful of the salt content, as they can be quite salty, and taste the liquid before adding more salt to your dish.
Where to find them
Available in most grocery stores in various flavors, such as chicken, beef, and vegetable.
Some brands also offer them in granular, powdered, or paste forms.
Type
Seasoning
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