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Culinary glossary of terms
The culinary glossary is a clear encyclopedia of cooking terms, techniques and ingredients that you will come across in recipes from home and world cuisines. It suits beginners who want to understand what a recipe asks for, as well as experienced cooks who need to check a particular method or the name of an ingredient.
Each entry comes with a plain explanation of how the term is used and what to watch out for while cooking, often with a practical tip right at the stove. Browse the entries alphabetically, or use the search when you are looking for a specific term.
Buffet - self-service dining
Buffet is a style of food service where dishes are displayed on tables and guests serve themselves. It is used at receptions, weddings, corporate events, and in hotels. Buffets allow great variety and convenient dining for large groups. A buffet allows guests to choose from a selection of dishes. It is used at weddings, corporate events, and hotel breakfasts.
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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 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, also known as murgh makhani, is one of the most beloved Indian dishes of chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices. The meat is roasted in a tandoor and served in a rich creamy tomato sauce with butter and cream. The taste is mild, slightly sweet and only lightly spicy. It is served with naan bread or rice.
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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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