How does MSG enhance the flavor of whatever it is added to?

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How does MSG enhance the flavor of whatever it is added to?

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There’s nothing magical about MSG, it doesn’t enhance what’s already there in any unique way. It’s just a rly good seasoning/additive.

Now, there’s a lot of chemistry and science explaining why it tastes good, and what it pairs with, etc. But that is true of any flavor agent, like table salt.