Does this thing look particularly appetizing to you? Not really, is it? It just looks like brown goo stuck on top of a piece of soggy bread.
I wonder if vegemite is the most controversial food on Earth. Some people, like me, just get absolutely addicted to this stuff. Others walk away in disgust.
Vegemite is made out of leftover yeast after the beer making process. The yeast is then fermented and concentrated, before mixing with salt, vegetables(thus the name of Vegemite), as well as spices. The end result, gives you a taste called "Umami". Which pretty much is an undefinable taste that is pleasant.
The recipe is a closely guarded secret, just like Coca-Cola.
How do I use Vegemite?
One of the worst things you can do with your jar of Vegemite is to eat it by itself! Like, think about it. Would you eat MSG all by itself? Not really. What about salt, or chili powder? Do you eat that straight out of the container? No. Well... Nutella? Do you eat that straight out of the jar? Wait... Bad example...
There are several different ways that you can enjoy your Vegemite:
- Spread it on toast
Make sure you have a LOT of melted butter on your lightly toasted bread. Then spread a tiny bit of your Vegemite onto the buttered bread. Trust me, it tastes amazing.
- Spread it on crackers
Spread some of this thing on savory crackers. Rice crackers work fine as well. Yum!
- Add it to your soup, or stew
I haven't tried this option myself, but Vegemite can be a huge flavour hit in your soup or stew. It works just like MSG, except a LOT healthier!
Remember, these are just some of the ways you can have your Vegemite. You can also invent your own ways.
Where do I get this stuff?
Go to the Vegemite website, and check out the FAQ number 8. Vegemite is sold all over the world.
What if I just don't like it?
Don't worry. I respect that different people have different likes, and taste buds. Nobody is forcing you to keep eating Vegemite. But I strongly encourage y'all to try out Vegemite. Just try and get the most out of this aussie goodness!