Malaysian cuisine is full of bold, aromatic flavours from Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences. For food businesses, using the right seasoning is key to bringing out these authentic tastes and keeping customers coming back. Knowing how to pair the right seasoning with the right dish helps improve consistency, speed up prep time, and make every dish stand out.
Here are some of the best seasoning products from Ajinomoto that can help your kitchen deliver authentic Malaysian flavours. Let’s look at how to use them with popular local dishes.
AJI-NO-MOTO® is renowned for its ability to bring out the umami taste, enriching the overall flavour without overpowering the dish. Plus, this umami seasoning has ⅔ less sodium compared with table salt.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Incorporate during, before or even after cooking to deepen the savory notes, especially in broths and stir-fries.
Best For: Nasi Lemak
AJI-NO-MOTO® PLUS is a premium flavour enhancer that delivers 2x stronger umami taste with only half the usage compared to regular MSG, offering a more economical option without compromising on taste.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Add 1 teaspoon (6g) of regular MSG = 1/2 teaspoon (3g) of AJI-NO-MOTO® PLUS to your recipe.
Best For: Penang White Curry Mee
TUMIX® combines the richness of chicken stock with garlic and onion, providing a well-rounded base that enhances the depth of flavours.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Ideal for dishes requiring a robust and savory foundation; add according to taste during the cooking process.
Best For: Chicken Rice
AJI-MIX™ is a blend of garlic and onion that instantly enhances the meaty taste and overall flavour balance of dishes.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Sprinkle during cooking to add a savory depth, especially effective in quick stir-fry preparations.
Best For: Pan Mee
AJI-SHIO® offers flavoured pepper and black pepper variants, providing a spicy kick and enhancing the overall taste profile.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Use as a finishing touch to add a burst of flavour; also suitable for marinating meats before grilling or frying.
Best For: Beef Burger
SERI-AJI® is designed to help prepare delicious home-cooked dishes quickly with consistent taste, offering menu-specific seasoning that captures authentic flavours.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Ideal for standardizing taste across multiple servings.
Best For: Kampung Fried Rice
AJIezi™ Meat Juicy Up is a meat improver designed to enhance juiciness and tenderness with just 30 minutes of marination.
Usage Tip for Food Business: Incorporate AJIezi™ into your daily meat marinade to minimize food preparation time.
Best For: Black Bean Chili Beef
This seasoning delivers a consistent lime taste, just like freshly squeezed lime, with a zesty aroma and flavour. It dissolves easily, making it ideal for cooking, drinks, and desserts.
Usage Tip for Food Business:
For soups – Use 10g of lime powder per 1L of soup to achieve a balanced lime flavour (1% concentration)
For beverages – Mix 10g of lime powder with 230ml of water for a refreshing lime drink (4% concentration)
Best For: Red Tom Yam, Limeade, Lime Chili Seafood Sauce
By strategically pairing these premium seasonings with popular Malaysian dishes, food businesses can deliver consistent, mouth-watering flavours that customers crave. Ajinomoto’s professional range of seasonings offers the perfect balance of taste, convenience, and quality, which helps you stand out in a competitive F&B market.
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