Delicious and nutritious soup recipes with Ajinomoto Philippines

Rainy Habagat nites evoke a desire for hot and hearty soup, which you can easily prepare in minutes after a long work or school day.

Skip the slow cooking process without sacrificing flavor with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning, a popular flavor enhancer that is widely used to enhance the deliciousness of vegetable recipes, meat dishes, sauces, broths, soups, and much more. 

Give vegetables, meats, and seafood a mouthwatering, savory boost with a "tak, tak, tak" of MSG, the purest form of umami. MSG does not provide additional calories, unnecessary color, or complex flavors. It adds depth of flavor while lowering your sodium intake because MSG contains only about one-third the sodium found in table salt.

Here are two easy soup recipes from Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC)’s Cookmunity website to bookmark for the rainy months:

• Egg Drop Soup

This comforting soup is ideal for cozy evenings and evokes cherished childhood memories as well as the joy of being safe at home with family. One sip and a burst of umami can relieve stress and rehydrate the body.

Ingredients

• 6 cups (1500ml) Water
• 1/2 cup (65g) Carrots, cubed
• 2/3 cup (80g) Corn kernel, canned
• 2/3 cup (80g) Green peas, canned
• 3 Tbsps. (30g) Cornstarch
• 5 Tbsps. (75ml) Water for slurry
• 1 pack (11g) AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning
• 4 pcs. (200g) Eggs, beaten
• 1 Tbsp. (15ml) Water for egg mixture
• 1 tsp. (5g) Salt
• 1/2 tsp. (3ml) Sesame oil

 

Procedure

1. BOIL. In a pot, boil water. Once boiling, add carrots, corn and green peas. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Once vegetables are cooked, add cornstarch slurry.
2. SEASON. Add AJI-NO-MOTO® and salt then mix well. In a bowl, whisk eggs and water. Add egg mixture to the pot gradually while mixing. Turn off heat and add salt and sesame oil.
3. SERVE. Transfer onto serving bowls and enjoy. Can be garnished with spring onions.

• Molo Soup

Molo soup, a beloved Filipino classic that is meaty and garlicky, can be enhanced in flavor with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. This savory broth calms the senses and offers comforting nourishment.

Ingredients     

• 1 3/4 cups (375g) Pork, ground
• 1/2 cup (100g) Potato, minced
• 1/4 cup (35g) Carrots, minced
• 1/2 pc. (30g) White onions, minced
• 1 pc. (50g) Egg, beaten
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 20 pcs. Molo wrapper
• 2 Tbsps. (30ml) Cooking oil
• 1 Tbsp. (15g) Red onions, minced
• 1 Tbsp. (15g) Garlic, minced
• 4 cups (1000ml) Water
• 1 1/2 Tbsps. (20g) AJINOMOTO® Chicken Powder
• 1 Tbsp. (15g) Soy Sauce
• 1 pack (11g) AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning
• 3 Tbsps. (20g) Spring onions, chopped
• 2 Tbsps. (10) Toasted garlic

 

Procedure

1. MIX. In a large bowl, mix pork, potato, carrots, white onions, egg, and salt.
2. MOLD. Take 1 tsp. of the mixture and place it in the middle of the molo wrapper. Dampen the molo wrapper with beaten egg to seal. Repeat until finished.
3. SAUTE. In a pot, heat oil to sauté red onions and garlic until fragrant.
4. SIMMER. Add water and AJINOMOTO® Chicken Powder, wait for it to simmer.
5. UMAMI-MIX. Add soy sauce and AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning and stir.
6. SIMMER. Add molo dumplings onto the pot. Cook for 5-8 minutes.
7. SERVE. Transfer onto serving bowl and garnish with spring onions and toasted garlic.

Ajinomoto Philippines supports 1st NDAP Food & Nutripreneurship Summit

In photo from left: Lawrence Kyle Dela Cruz, RND Program Chair, NDAP National Board Director for Food Service; APC RND Bea Menorca-De Jesus; APC Director for Marketing, Sales and Public Relations, Mika Makino, APC Food Service Division Corporate Chef Manager, Chef Glenn Dino; Shaylendra Andres, RND - NDAP National Vice President; Maria Eloisa Villaraza, RND, MSCN – NDAP Immediate Past President

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) recently attended the first Nutritionist-Dietitians' Association of the Philippines (NDAP) Food & Nutripreneurship (FUN) Summit, which took place on July 3-4, 2026. The event brought together nutrition professionals, industry leaders, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs from across the country. 

The summit, titled “Fueling Innovation in Food Service by Uniting Nutrition Advocates and Entrepreneurs and Nurturing Sustainable Ventures for Health and Wellness,” provided a forum for participants to exchange ideas, discuss emerging trends and issues, and strengthen ties with other advocates committed to shaping the future of nutrition and food service in the Philippines.

Bea Menorca-de Jesus, APC's registered nutritionist-dietitian, and Glen Dino, Food Service Division Corporate Chef Manager, led a lunch symposium emphasizing the importance of increasing vegetable consumption as one of the most effective strategies for improving human and environmental health. 

Chef Dino demonstrated quick and fun vegetable recipes such as Chopsuey Salad with CaterServe® Sesame Dressing and Mango Shrimp Salad with AJI-MAYO® Professional Style Mayonnaise. Both used umami or savory flavors to enhance the "linamnam" factor of vegetable dishes, making them tastier and more appealing.

“The reality we’re seeing from DOST-FNRI data is that there is a gap between nutrition and sustainability in the country now. While millions of Filipinos are not meeting their daily energy needs, household plate waste continues to rise, and vegetables are among the most wasted. Vegetables should be at the center of this conversation because increasing consumption supports nutritional goals such as providing essential vitamins and minerals, and fiber. At the same time, it contributes to sustainability as plant-based foods have lower environmental footprint.” ~Bea Menorca-de Jesus, APC’s Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) continues to strengthen its partnership with the Nutritionist-Dietitians' Association of the Philippines (NDAP) in advancing nutrition, health, and sustainability initiatives. Shown are NDAP Adviser Zenaida Velasco (center), flanked by Mika Makino, APC Director for Marketing, Sales and Public Relations (left), and Bea Menorca-de Jesus, RND, APC Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian (right)

This message is also central to APC's flagship nutritional campaign, I Love Veggie-Licious®. Since 2023, APC has been encouraging Filipinos to eat more vegetables by visiting schools and communities across the country to provide practical nutrition education and cooking demonstrations. The initiative aims to provide families, particularly mothers, with the knowledge and skills necessary to incorporate vegetables into their daily meals and develop the habit of eating healthier, in line with APC's corporate slogan, "Eat Well, Live Well."

“NDAP recognizes the value of multisectoral participation in promoting safe, sustainable, and evidence-based public health nutrition education for Filipinos. This event provides a platform for the exchange of knowledge and practices among nutrition professionals, businesses, food service organizations, and other stakeholders in support of shared public health and nutrition goals.” ~Lawrence Kyle Dela Cruz, RND Program Chair, NDAP National Board Director for Food Service

I Love Veggie-Licious® is one of the major ways APC continues to contribute to the Ajinomoto Group’s 2030 outcomes — help extend the healthy life expectancy of one billion people and to reduce its environmental impact by 50%. 

Likewise, APC continues to support organizations like NDAP, that share the company’s commitment to promoting nutrition, health and sustainability. 

Ajinomoto Philippines Launches the World of Ajinomoto PH, an Immersive Tour

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) is opening the doors to its Bulacan facility to offer the World of Ajinomoto Philippines Factory Tour, a fun and engaging learning experience that takes visitors on a journey through the science, innovation, and people behind the global pioneer and well-known seasonings brand. 

This uniquely designed tour focuses on the discovery of umami, the first basic taste; the history and science of monosodium glutamate (MSG); and the emergence of APC as a trusted flavor enhancer among Filipino cooks and foodies for over 65 years.

This product infographic display welcomes guests as they enter the World of Innovation and shows a glimpse of the complete product portfolio of Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation.

The World of Ajinomoto Philippines Factory Tour provides an in-depth look at how Ajinomoto products are manufactured, packed, stored, and delivered in the Philippines, with strict quality controls and environmentally friendly operations. A sensory experience of umami was created to help visitors grasp the rich, savory flavor that complements many of the brand's products.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation executives present during the Factory Tour (L-R): Senior Vice President Mr. Makoto Tanabe, President Mr. Daizaburo Koga, and Director for Sales, Marketing, and Public Relations Ms. Mika Makino

Free for all interested goers, the World of Ajinomoto Philippines Factory Tour is part of APC’s efforts in contributing to the Ajinomoto Group’s 2030 Roadmap, aiming to help extend a healthy life expectancy for 2 billion people and reduce their environmental impact by 50%. 

The World of Hygiene greets the tour patrons as they enter the factory premises as it is imperative that everyone washes their hands as they enter. 

APC President Daizaburo Koga stated that opening the Bulacan factory to the public is in response to ongoing and expanding requests from students, educators, organizations, and community groups seeking meaningful knowledge-building and experiential learning opportunities. In recent years, it has conducted a clear factory tour for high school and college students.

“We realized that our factory has a story worth sharing. This led us to design a more structured and engaging factory tour experience. We designed the factory tour so people can see what we mean by our ‘Eat Well, Live Well’ philosophy. It is really about encouraging everyone to enjoy delicious, nutritious meals that positively impacts well-being. All our actions are directed towards contributing to a healthier, more sustainable society.” ~Daizaburo Koga, APC President

The World of Ajinomoto PH includes the “World of Innovation”, which is the production building of all the dried goods. 

The World of Ajinomoto Philippines Factory Tour is an opportunity for APC to demonstrate its commitment to promoting nutrition, health, and sustainability. Initiatives such as I Love Veggielicious®, which encourages more vegetable consumption; BawAsin®, which encourages reducing salt intake without sacrificing deliciousness; and the factory's transition to 100% renewable energy, as well as the deployment of a pioneering 40-foot Electric Vehicle (EV) tractor head and trailer wing van for sustainable logistics, reflect these core values.

Products are carefully tracked, sorted, and prepared for delivery in the World of Chambers. Operating under a precise and coordinated system, the warehouse places safety as its utmost priority.

Products are delivered by the EV truck from the factory to the logistic hubs for redistribution and delivered to various sales stations. 

The charging station Powers the EV truck and can fully charge the vehicle in an hour and a half. 

The World of Ajinomoto PH Factory Tour is open every Tuesday and Thursday, with tour sessions available in the morning at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and afternoon, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Each tour session requires at least 15 participants to proceed while special arrangements can also be made for larger groups with advance notice.

Sign up now to secure a spot in the next available tour! Please email worldofajinomotoph.vc6@asv.ajinomoto.com or call 09171283858.  

Interested visitors may also book their tours through this link: https://www.ajinomoto.com.ph/worldofajinomotoph.