The might of marinades: meat scientists have a different view of marinades than do chefs. For a restaurant chef, meat is marinated to improve the flavor and texture. Sometimes, the marinade is a part of a classic gourmet recipe such as sauerbraten. At other times, it is a signature elixir on which a chef has built a reputation

Prepared Foods, Sept, 2003 by J. Hugh McEvoy

Three new kosher and pareve vegetarian meat-type flavors for use in soups, bouillon, or other meat-free dishes have been introduced. The first, an artificial chicken flavor, is available as a liquid (water- or oil-soluble), and as a powder. The second, a retort-stable natural chicken-type flavor, offers a clean label and is non-GMO. It is available water-soluble or spray-dried. The artificial ham flavor is available as a liquid (water- or oil-soluble), and as a powder. As with all our products, technical support is available to ensure optimal flavor performance. Samples and technical data are available. Comax Flavors, 800-992-0629

Ethnic flavors remain very popular, and this company has developed a full line of premium marinade flavors addressing the tastes of four leading ethnic cuisines (Italian, Mexican, Asian and South European). The Latin American's "Chimichurri Flavor" is to Argentineans what "Salsa" is to Mexicans. No wonder that Chimichurri Marinade Flavor #118.23955 is finding application in flavoring meat cuts, fish, snack dips and salad dressings. Bell Flavors and Fragrances Inc., Albert Weszczak, 800-323-43B7, awoszczak@bellff.com

To satisfy both vegetarians end meat eaters alike, this company offers a line of Vegetarian Meat Flavors. The clean-label flavors provide a homestyle touch to all types of savory products while avoiding unwanted ingredients such as meat, meat by-products, HVP, MSG or ribotides. The flavors are heat stable and have been tested in a myriad of preparation methods. Chr. Hansen's Vegetarian Meat Flavors are available in beef, pork, chicken and turkey, with flavors from brothy, roosted and grilled to fried, boiled and charbroiled. Chr. Hansen, Otis Curtis, 201-818-2107, otis.curtis@chr-hansen-us.com

A line of five beef and chicken savory flavors can be used as standalone savory flavors, or to fortify other meat ingredients to further enhance the meat taste and aroma. These Proliant[TM] enhancers are derived from key ingredients to improve a variety of quality attributes in your end product. The flavors not only provide exceptional taste quality to marinades, but also can be used in dry blends, soups, gravies, and more! Proliant Inc., 800-369-2672

An array of savory flavor systems--whether it's for marinades, meats, vegetables or fish-is available in the form of McCormick's SavorySelect[R] products, which feature a full line of meat and seafood flavors. The company's Cheez-All[R] product line offers a wide variety of bold and zesty cheese flavors that can provide the perfect cheese note. McCormick's full line of savory flavors offers grill, garlic and onion, mushroom and vegetable, beer, butler, ethnic-inspired and roasted flavors to deliver the flavors that consumers prefer. McCormick Flavors, 410-771-7525, McCormick_Flavors@mccormick.com

For those who market globally, Ibis company guarantees that there are no additives, ingredients or processing aids in these non-genetically engineered flavors. A new line of non-GMO flavors called ED-VANCE now is available. With over 30 flavors in the initial release of the line, a wide range of profiles and solubilities for many applications is offered. Contact Edlong Flavors to discuss your current non-GMO project needs or to order samples today. Edlong Flavors, 888-698-2783, www.edlong.com