Glossary of terms

Tacos are small corn or wheat tortillas filled with meat, vegetables, salsa and other toppings. They are the symbol of Mexican cuisine.

Tacu Tacu is a Peruvian dish of leftover rice and beans pan-fried into a crispy patty, served with egg, steak or seafood.

Tagine is a Moroccan dish slowly cooked in a clay pot with a conical lid. Made with meat, vegetables, olives, preserved lemons, and Moroccan spices.

Tagliatelle are wide, flat Italian pasta made from egg dough, typical of Emilia-Romagna. Traditionally served with meat ragù bolognese.

Tahini is a paste made from ground toasted sesame seeds. A fundamental ingredient of Lebanese cuisine used in hummus, falafel, dressings, and sauces.

Tamales are parcels of corn dough filled with meat, cheese, or chilli, wrapped in husks and steamed, enjoyed in both Mexican and Peruvian cuisines.

Tamarillo, also known as tree tomato, is a tropical fruit originating from South America. The fruits have an egg-like shape, smooth skin, and juicy flesh with a distinctive sweet-sour flavor. Their color ranges from yellow through orange to dark red. Tamarillo is eaten raw, added to salads, smoothies, sauces, or desserts and is rich in vitamins A, C, and antioxidants.

Tamarind is a tropical tree from the legume family whose pods contain sweet-sour pulp surrounding the seeds. It originates from Africa but has spread throughout Asia and Latin America. Tamarind paste is an indispensable ingredient in Thai, Indian, and Mexican cuisines. It is used in sauces, soups, beverages, and confections for its characteristic sour flavor.

Tandoori chicken is chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices, roasted in a clay tandoor oven at high temperatures to a distinctive red-orange colour.

Tandoori masala is a traditional Indian spice blend named after the clay tandoor oven. It contains cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili peppers, cinnamon, cloves, and other spices. The blend gives dishes a characteristic red color and a rich aromatic flavor. It is primarily used for marinating chicken, but also fish, paneer, and vegetables before roasting in a tandoor or grilling.

Tapas are small portions of various dishes that form the foundation of Spanish gastronomic culture. From olives and ham to croquettes and seafood.

Tapioca Recheada is a Brazilian crepe made from tapioca flour filled with cheese, meat, coconut, or sweet fillings.