The Maillard reaction is a set of chemical reactions between amino acids and reducing sugars that browns food. Named after the French chemist Louis-Camille Maillard, who first described it in the early 20th century, this non-enzymatic browning reaction is responsible for the flavors, aromas, and colors in a wide range of cooked foods, from ... More @Wikipedia
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