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What are some beneficial microorganisms introduced to food to give it a unique flavor?

April 26, 2017Beneficial flavor food introduced microorganisms

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What are some beneficial microorganisms introduced to food to give it a unique flavor?

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The most common beneficial microorganisms introduced to food to give it a unique flavor are xanthan and dextran gums, produced by species of Xanthomonas and Leuconostoc bacteria respectively. Soy sauce production uses the mold Aspergillus oryzae and other micro-organisms to ferment a soybean/ wheat mixture. This gives it a strong aroma and a dark, reddish-brown color.