"The modern home cook doesn't always have time to craft a batch of homemade broth. That's where Better Than Bouillon comes in. Here at Tasting Table, we're longtime fans of the concentrated broth base paste, which comes in a variety of different flavors to suit a myriad of creative culinary needs. Still, not all BTBs are created equal - and to help steer foodies straight, we sampled a selection of those savory offerings to determine which flavors rose to the top, and which ones left us wishing for more."
"This dark-hued darling packs a big umami punch. We appreciate that the veggie flavor doesn't arrive bland or one-note, as many meatless, store-bought broths are sorely lacking in the dimensionality department. Here, ingredients like carrot, onion, celery, and tomato deliver on depth, bookended by the titular "seasonings" of onion powder, potato flakes, and garlic powder. While that richness rules, it's the heavy-handed saltiness that lands Seasoned Vegetable Base at the back of the pack."
"One of the first seasonings listed in BTB's Seasoned Vegetable Base is salt, and it shows We aren't alone in our criticism. Amazon customer reviews of Better Than Bouillon's Seasoned Vegetable Base express that the ingredient is "waaaaaaaaaay too salty," and "overpowers in taste.""
Better Than Bouillon produces concentrated broth paste in various flavors for cooking convenience. The Seasoned Vegetable Base ranked lowest among seven flavors tested. The paste remains superior to many store-bought vegetable broths. The base offers dark color, strong umami, and layered savory notes from carrot, onion, celery, tomato, and seasonings including onion powder, potato flakes, and garlic powder. Excessive saltiness is the primary flaw. The salt can dominate soups and other recipes, reducing versatility. Customer reviews frequently cite the product as overly salty and overpowering.
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