Glossary of terms

Jjajangmyeon are Korean noodles with a thick black bean sauce (chunjang) containing diced meat, onion and courgette. The most popular delivery food in Korea.

Jostaberry je ovocný keř, který vznikl křížením černého rybízu a angreštu. Bobule jsou větší než černý rybíz, tmavě fialové až černé, s výraznou sladkokyselou chutí, která kombinuje vlastnosti obou rodičovských druhů. Keř je odolný vůči chorobám a mrazu. Plody jsou bohaté na vitamin C, antioxidanty a vlákninu. Používají se na výrobu džemů, kompotů, šťáv a dezertů. Jostaberry se sklízí v létě.

Judas bread is a traditional Czech Easter pastry made from yeast dough, shaped into a rope or loop resembling a noose. The name comes from the biblical Judas who, according to tradition, betrayed Jesus. They are baked on Maundy Thursday and symbolise the rope of Judas. The dough is simple, typically made from flour, milk, sugar, butter, and yeast. After baking, they are brushed with honey or plum butter and sprinkled with poppy seeds. They have a golden colour and soft, tender texture.

Jugo is a fresh fruit juice made from tropical fruits, prepared at Peruvian markets from passion fruit, lucuma, cherimoya and other exotic produce.

Juice is a beverage obtained by pressing or blending fruits or vegetables. It can be freshly squeezed, pasteurized, or made from concentrate. Fresh juice retains most of the vitamins and minerals found in the original produce. The most popular types include orange, apple, grapefruit, and carrot juice.

Julep je tradiční americký koktejl vyrobený z bourbonu, cukru, vody a čerstvé máty. Nejznámější variantou je mint julep, který je neodmyslitelně spojen s dostihovým závodem Kentucky Derby. Tento nápoj se podává v kovovém poháru naplněném drceným ledem, což vytváří charakteristický mráz na povrchu. Máta se jemně rozmačkává s cukrem, aby uvolnila své aromatické oleje, a poté se zalije bourbonem. Je to osvěžující nápoj na teplé dny.

Julienne is a culinary technique of cutting vegetables and other ingredients into very thin, uniform strips resembling matchsticks. The typical julienne cut measures approximately 3 mm wide and 5-6 cm long. This technique originates from French cuisine and is used to prepare salads, soups, and vegetable side dishes. Julienne ensures even cooking of ingredients thanks to the uniform size.

Juniper berries are small dark blue to black fruits of the common juniper, used as a spice in cooking and in the production of alcoholic beverages. They have a distinctive resinous aroma and a slightly bitter taste with pine undertones. In the kitchen, they are most commonly added to game meat, sauerkraut, and marinades. They are an essential ingredient in gin production. The berries are used whole or lightly crushed to release their flavour and are usually removed before serving.

Junk food is a term for foods with low nutritional value and high calorie, fat, sugar, and salt content. Typical examples include hamburgers, French fries, chips, candy, and sugary drinks. The term literally means garbage food. Regular consumption is associated with obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Despite being tasty and easily accessible, health experts recommend limiting junk food intake.