What is Marmite?
TLDRIn the video, the host delves into the world of Marmite, a yeast extract product made from the byproduct of the brewing industry. Marmite is known for its savory, umami-rich flavor, often compared to the taste of crispy bacon or toasted cheese. The host taste-tests regular Marmite, its low-salt version, Marmite XO (a stronger version), Vegemite, and Bovril, highlighting the differences in taste and texture. Marmite is described as having a sticky, tar-like consistency, while Vegemite is more pasty. The reduced salt version is the host's preferred choice for its balanced umami flavor without being overly salty. Bovril, an animal product, has a meaty flavor and is typically used in gravies or beef tea, not usually spread on toast. The host suggests trying Marmite on toast with butter for those who enjoy salty, savory flavors and encourages experimentation with different brands and supermarket versions, which can offer a variety of flavors.
Takeaways
- 🧀 Marmite is a yeast extract product made from the waste yeast sludge of the brewing industry.
- 🍞 It is often used as a substitute for rich meaty flavors and is known for its savory taste, similar to crispy bacon or toasted cheese.
- 🌊 The flavor of Marmite is unique and umami-rich, high in glutamate, which gives it an intense flavor profile.
- 🧈 When consuming Marmite, it is recommended to use it with butter on toast to balance its saltiness.
- 🔄 Marmite comes in various forms, including regular, reduced salt, and Marmite XO, which is a stronger version.
- 🌾 Vegemite, a similar product from New Zealand, has a slightly milder flavor and a pastier texture compared to Marmite.
- 🧂 The reduced salt version of Marmite is preferred by some for its enhanced umami flavor without being overwhelmed by salt.
- 🥩 Bovril is a different product with a similar flavor profile but includes beef broth, making it an animal product.
- 🍞 Trying Marmite for the first time should be done with a small amount on a piece of toast with butter to avoid being overwhelmed by its strong flavor.
- 🏪 There are various supermarket own-brand versions of Marmite, which are considered acceptable and can offer a slightly different flavor profile.
- 📈 The presenter's personal preference is for the reduced salt version of Marmite due to its balance of umami and savory flavors.
Q & A
What is Marmite and what is it made from?
-Marmite is a yeast extract product made from the yeast sludge, a waste product of the brewing industry. It is processed and used as a spread, often for its rich, meaty flavors.
How is Marmite typically used in cooking?
-Marmite is often used as a substitute for rich meaty flavors in dishes like gravy. It can also be spread on toast with butter.
What does Marmite taste like and how would you describe its flavor profile?
-Marmite has an extremely savory taste, likened to the savoriness of crispy bacon or toasted cheese. It has a savory depth and is high in glutamate, giving it an intense flavor similar to soy sauce or anchovies.
What is the difference between Marmite and Vegemite?
-Vegemite is a similar yeast extract product but it has a slightly more pasty texture and a milder, less salty flavor with a darker toasty maltiness compared to Marmite.
What is the Marmite EXO version and how does it differ from regular Marmite?
-Marmite EXO is a matured version with a stronger taste. It is more powerfully yeasty and umami in flavor due to it being less salty and supposedly being made from extra old yeast.
How is Bovril different from Marmite and Vegemite?
-Bovril is different as it contains beef broth, making it an animal product. It has a similar flavor profile but with a hint of meatiness and a different consistency, being more runny.
What is the recommended way to try Marmite for someone who has never had it before?
-For first-timers, it is suggested to start with a crisp piece of toast, a liberal spreading of butter, and a thin scraping of Marmite. One should not taste it straight from the jar but rather on toast with butter.
What is the difference between the regular Marmite and the reduced salt version?
-The reduced salt version of Marmite has less salt, allowing for a thicker spread without the saltiness being overwhelming. This version provides more of the umami, savory flavor.
What are some other yeast extract products similar to Marmite?
-Other similar products include Vegemite, Promite, and various supermarket own brand variations. Each may have subtle differences in flavor due to variations in ingredients and processing.
Why did the speaker say they prefer the reduced salt version of Marmite?
-The speaker prefers the reduced salt version because it allows for a more generous spread without the salt being the dominant flavor, thus enhancing the meaty umami savory notes.
What is the earliest memory associated with Marmite that the speaker shared?
-The speaker's earliest memory associated with Marmite is from when they were about two and a half years old, teething, and eating Marmite on toast for breakfast, mistakenly telling their parents that Marmite was making their teeth itch due to the irritation on their sensitive gums.
What is the main ingredient in Marmite and what other ingredients does it contain?
-The main ingredient in Marmite is yeast extract, which contains barley, wheat, oats, and rye. It also contains salt, vegetable juice concentrate, vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B12, and folic acid), and natural flavorings which include celery.
Outlines
🧀 Introduction to Marmite and Its Varieties
The video begins with the host addressing comments about Marmite from a previous video. Marmite is introduced as a yeast extract product made from the brewing industry's waste yeast. The video promises to explore Marmite, its taste, and its different versions, including the low-salt version and Marmite XO, as well as Vegemite and Bovril. Marmite is described as a savory spread with a unique flavor profile, often used to mimic rich meaty flavors. The host shares a personal anecdote about Marmite being related to one of their earliest memories.
🍞 Tasting Marmite and Its Competitors
The host proceeds to taste test Marmite on toast, comparing it with Vegemite, noting Vegemite as milder and less salty. The reduced salt version of Marmite is mentioned as the host's preferred choice due to its enhanced umami flavor without being overwhelmed by salt. Marmite XO is tested next, with the host finding it similar to regular Marmite but with a more powerful yeasty and umami flavor. Bovril, a different product with a meaty flavor, is also tasted, showing a different consistency but a similar flavor profile to Marmite.
📜 Examining the Ingredients and Flavor Profiles
The video continues with a discussion of Marmite's ingredients, which include yeast extract, salt, vegetable juice concentrate, vitamins, and natural flavorings. The differences in ingredients between Marmite, Vegemite, and Bovril are highlighted, explaining how these contribute to their distinct flavor profiles. Bovril, containing beef broth, is noted as a different product due to its animal-based ingredient, which adds a meaty hint to its flavor.
🏆 Deciding on a Favorite and Providing Recommendations
The host shares their preference for the reduced salt version of Marmite, appreciating the balance of umami and savory flavors without excessive saltiness. They also mention having tried various supermarket brands of yeast extract spreads and finding them acceptable, encouraging viewers to experiment with different brands for variety. The video concludes with the host expressing difficulty in choosing a definitive favorite among the yeast extract products, comparing the preference to liking different types of jam. They also provide advice for those who have never tried Marmite, suggesting starting with a small amount on toast with butter to appreciate its unique flavor.
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Keywords
💡Marmite
💡Yeast Extract
💡Umami
💡Vegemite
💡Bovril
💡Salt
💡Glutamate
💡Toast
💡Texture
💡Flavor Profile
💡Brand Loyalty
Highlights
Marmite is a yeast extract product made from the waste product of the brewing industry.
Marmite is often used as a substitute for rich meaty flavors.
The taste of yeast extract is described as extremely savory, similar to crispy bacon or toasted cheese.
Salt in Marmite is used not just as an ingredient but also as part of the process for extracting flavor from yeast cells.
Marmite is high in glutamate, giving it an intense savory flavor similar to soy sauce or anchovies.
The reduced salt version of Marmite is preferred by the speaker for its umami flavor and ability to spread thicker without being overly salty.
Vegemite is a direct competitor to Marmite, with a slightly milder and less salty flavor.
Marmite EXO is a stronger version with a more powerful yeasty and umami flavor.
Bovril is different from Marmite as it contains beef broth, giving it a hint of meatiness.
The speaker suggests trying Marmite on a crisp piece of toast with butter for those who have never tried it.
Marmite's ingredients include yeast extract, salt, vegetable juice concentrate, vitamins, and natural flavorings.
Vegemite has a similar set of ingredients but is made from barley and wheat, which accounts for its different flavor profile.
Bovril was once vegetarian during the BSE crisis but returned to the market as an animal product.
The speaker's earliest memory of Marmite is from when they were a child, teething and eating Marmite on toast.
The reduced salt version of Marmite is the speaker's favorite due to its balance of umami and savory flavors.
Supermarket own-brand versions of Marmite are considered acceptable and offer a variety of flavors.
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