Glossary of terms

A culinary glossary is a list of specialized terms and expressions used in gastronomy that helps you better understand recipes and cooking techniques. On our website, it serves as a useful guide for both beginners and experienced cooks.

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Bulgogi - Korean marinated beef

Bulgogi - Korean marinated beef

Bulgogi consists of thin beef slices marinated in soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil and pear puree. It is one of the most famous Korean dishes worldwide.
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Bulgur - Middle Eastern grain

Bulgur - Middle Eastern grain

Bulgur is a whole grain cracked wheat made from parboiled, dried, and crushed durum wheat. It is a traditional part of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. It has a nutty flavor, high fiber content, and quick preparation. Bulgur is rich in fiber, protein, and B vitamins. It is easy to prepare by simply pouring boiling water over it and letting it soak.
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Bún bò Huế - spicy soup from Huế

Bún bò Huế - spicy soup from Huế

Bún bò Huế is a spicy Vietnamese noodle soup made with beef broth, lemongrass, and chili. It originates from the city of Huế and is considered the most complex Vietnamese soup.
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Bún bò nam bộ - Vietnamese beef noodle salad

Bún bò nam bộ - Vietnamese beef noodle salad

Bún bò nam bộ is a Vietnamese noodle salad with beef, fresh herbs, and crushed peanuts. It is served without broth with a sweet-and-sour dressing.
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Bún chả - Hanoi grilled pork

Bún chả - Hanoi grilled pork

Bún chả consists of grilled pork patties and sliced pork belly served with rice noodles, fresh herbs, and sweet-and-sour fish sauce. A legendary speciality of Hanoi.
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Bún ngan - Vietnamese duck soup

Bún ngan - Vietnamese duck soup

Bún ngan is a Vietnamese duck noodle soup with a rich duck broth. A favourite dish in Hanoi, where duck meat is combined with herbs and bamboo shoots.
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Bundt cake - Central European classic

Bundt cake - Central European classic

Bundt cake is a traditional Central European cake baked in a distinctive ring-shaped pan with a fluted surface. The batter is usually sponge or creamed, enriched with cocoa, nuts, raisins, or quark. Bundt cake is a symbol of home baking and an essential part of family celebrations and Sunday afternoon tea throughout the Czech Republic and surrounding countries.
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Burrito - Mexican stuffed tortilla

Burrito - Mexican stuffed tortilla

A burrito is a Mexican dish made from a large wheat tortilla filled with meat, rice, beans, cheese and vegetables, rolled into a compact cylinder.
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Butter - essential cooking staple

Butter - essential cooking staple

Butter is a dairy product made by churning cream, consisting primarily of milk fat, water, and milk proteins. It is one of the oldest foods in human history and remains an indispensable ingredient in kitchens worldwide. Quality butter has a delicate creamy taste and pleasant aroma. In cooking, it is used for frying, baking, in sauces, and as a spread on bread. Clarified butter, also known as ghee, has a higher smoke point and is suitable for cooking at higher temperatures. Butter is a source of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
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Butter Chicken, creamy Indian curry

Butter Chicken, creamy Indian curry

Butter chicken (murgh makhani) is a beloved Indian dish of grilled chicken in a rich creamy tomato sauce with butter and aromatic spices.
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Butterhead lettuce - leaf vegetable

Butterhead lettuce - leaf vegetable

Butterhead lettuce is one of the most common types of lettuce in Central European cuisine. It forms loose, round heads with tender, light green leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It is popular for its delicate texture and versatile use in salads, sandwiches, and as a side dish.
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Button mushroom - the world's most popular mushroom

Button mushroom - the world's most popular mushroom

Houbou, která se nejvíce pěstuje a prodává na světě, je žampion. Disponuje bílým nebo hnědým kloboukem s jemnými lupeny na spodní straně. V kuchyni se žampiony používají syrové do salátů, restované, grilované, dušené nebo jako přísada do omáček a polévek. K dispozici jsou po celý rok díky komerčnímu pěstování. Obsahují bílkoviny, vitamíny skupiny B a minerály. Jsou oblíbenou volbou pro vegetariánská jídla díky své masité struktuře.

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