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KNORR CHICKEN SEASONING CUBES - 1 pack
£3.50 GBP
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Knorr Chicken Seasoning Cubes are compact, concentrated bouillon cubes designed to add a rich, savoury chicken flavour to various dishes. They are a popular culinary staple used to enhance the taste of soups, stews, rice dishes (such as Nigerian Jollof), marinades, and sauces.
Key Features and Composition:
- Flavour Profile: They provide an intense, savoury "umami" taste, often described as a mixture of chicken broth, herbs, and spices.
- Ingredients: While recipes can vary by region (e.g., Nigerian vs. UK formulations), common ingredients include iodised salt, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate/MSG, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate), starch, vegetable fat, sugar, dried chicken meat or fat, and spices such as parsley, turmeric, and garlic.
- Usage: They are designed to be either crumbled directly into cooking food (soups, stews, stir-fries) or dissolved in boiling water to create a broth.
- Varieties: Often sold in packs of 40-50 cubes (commonly 8g each), with many versions being halal-certified.
Common Uses
- Soups and Stews: To add instant depth of flavour.
- Rice and Grain Dishes: Frequently used in Jollof rice for an authentic, savoury taste.
- Marinades and Sauces: To boost savoury notes.
- Stir-fries: Added to vegetables or meats.
They are favoured for their convenience and ability to add a robust flavour without the need to prepare fresh stock.