why does browning on food, such as grill marks or roasting, taste so good?

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why does browning on food, such as grill marks or roasting, taste so good?

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The Maillard reaction is not ELI5, but as I understand it sugars and amino acids interact at high temperatures to create new molecules that have a stronger flavor. It’s like you are caramelizing the meat, making meat candy.

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