Okay, so I wanted to figure out what exactly goes into Dale’s Seasoning. I’ve used it for years, it’s always been a staple in my kitchen, you know? It just makes everything taste better, especially when I’m grilling or marinating. But I got curious about what makes it so darn good.
So, I started by grabbing a bottle and checking out the label. I saw some familiar stuff, like soy sauce, onion, and garlic. Those are pretty common in a lot of marinades and seasonings. But then I saw “hydrolyzed soy protein,” and I was like, “What the heck is that?” I mean, I’ve heard of soy protein, but this sounded a bit different.
Then, of course, there’s water and salt. Those are obvious. But the label also listed corn syrup and caramel coloring. I guess that explains the sweetness and the dark color of the seasoning. I also saw sugar and monosodium glutamate (MSG) on there. Now, I know MSG gets a bad rap sometimes, but it’s really just a flavor enhancer, and it’s in tons of stuff we eat every day.
Towards the end of the ingredients list, I spotted ginger and paprika. I figured those must be the “exotic spices” they mention on the bottle. Those probably give it that unique, savory kick that I love.
After looking at the bottle, I did a little digging online to learn more about Dale’s. Turns out, it’s been around since 1946! That’s a long time. Apparently, it was first used as a marinade at some restaurant called Dale’s Cellar Restaurant. I guess it became so popular that they started bottling it up and selling it. No wonder it’s so tasty – it’s got history!
It was really interesting to find out what makes Dale’s Seasoning so special. It’s not just a random mix of ingredients; it’s a tried-and-true recipe that’s been perfected over decades. It made me appreciate it even more! I think I’m going to use it to marinate some chicken tonight.
Anyways, I just wanted to share my little ingredient investigation with you all. Maybe it’ll inspire you to take a closer look at the labels of your favorite foods. You might be surprised at what you find!
