Ingredient list

Chinese sweet and sour sauce is one of the most iconic condiments in Asian cuisine. It combines the sweetness of sugar or pineapple with the tartness of vinegar and a subtle saltiness, creating a beautifully balanced flavour profile. It is most commonly made from sugar, rice or white vinegar, tomato paste, soy sauce, and starch. It is used as a stir-fry sauce, poured over fried dishes, or served as a dip with spring rolls, prawns, or poultry. It is a cornerstone of Chinese restaurant cooking and is popular worldwide.

Chipotle peppers are smoked and dried jalapeño chillies, a staple of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. The smoking process gives them their characteristic smoky aroma and deep, complex flavour with mild to medium heat. They are sold whole and dried, ground, or pickled in adobo sauce. They are used to flavour sauces, marinades, soups, burgers and bean dishes. They add a distinctive smoky depth that is highly popular in Mexican and American cooking. They are indispensable in recipes such as chipotle mayo, smoky BBQ sauce or tortilla fillings.

Chives are one of the most popular culinary herbs, featuring thin, hollow, bright green stalks with a mild onion flavor. They belong to the allium family and are related to garlic scapes. They are used almost exclusively fresh, as heat significantly diminishes their aroma. They work wonderfully as a garnish and flavoring for soups, spreads, cheeses, eggs, dips, and salads. Simply chop finely and add just before serving. They are easy to grow even in a pot on a windowsill, providing fresh green stalks year-round. Chives contain vitamins A, C, and K as well as beneficial antioxidants.

Chocolate is a beloved treat and versatile kitchen ingredient made from cacao beans. It is divided into dark, milk and white varieties based on cocoa content. Dark chocolate contains at least 70% cocoa and has an intense, full-bodied flavour. milk chocolate is sweeter and creamier. white chocolate contains no cocoa solids, only cocoa butter. In the kitchen, chocolate is used for baking cakes, biscuits and brownies, and for making creams, ganache, pralines or as a coating. It is melted in a double boiler or microwave. It contains flavonoids with antioxidant properties, especially the dark variety.

Chocolate chips are small pieces or drops of chocolate that are added to batters, cookies, muffins, pancakes, and other sweet dishes. Available in dark, milk, and white chocolate varieties, their small size ensures they distribute evenly throughout the dough. During baking, they typically melt partially and form tempting chocolate pockets with a soft center texture. They are ideal wherever you want an intense chocolate experience without having to break or chop a chocolate bar. They are especially popular in recipes for classic American chocolate chip cookies.

Chocolate decorations is a general term for various decorative elements made from chocolate, used to adorn cakes, cupcakes, pralines, and other confectionery. They include figures, spirals, shards, lettering, and simple drops of tempered chocolate. They are made by hand or industrially from dark, milk, or white chocolate. Proper tempering is essential for a glossy finish and a delicate, crisp texture. These decorations give desserts a professional appearance and are popular with home bakers and professional pastry chefs alike.

A chocolate drink is a popular hot or cold beverage made from cocoa or chocolate powder mixed with milk or water. It is served as classic hot chocolate, an instant cocoa drink, or as a base for iced specialties. It is especially popular with children but enjoyed by adults as well. Beyond direct consumption, it is used in the kitchen as an ingredient in batters, creams, and sauces. Available in many varieties, milky, dark, with whipped cream, or spiced with cinnamon or chilli.

Čokoládová poleva je univerzální cukrářský produkt používaný k potahování a zdobení dortů, pečiva, pralinek a dalších pečených výrobků. Skládá se z čokolády, kakaového másla a cukru a je dostupná v různých typech, tmavá, mléčná a bílá. Snadno se rozpouští ve vodní lázni nebo mikrovlnné troubě a ztuhne do hladkého, lesklého nebo matného povrchu v závislosti na složení. Využívá se také k namáčení ovoce, vytváření čokoládových dekorací nebo potahování cukrovinek. Pracovní teplota je klíčová, přehřátí může vést k zrnitější textuře nebo ztrátě lesku.

Chocolate ice cream is one of the most popular frozen desserts in the world. It is made from a milk or cream base enriched with cocoa powder or melted chocolate, giving it a characteristic bittersweet flavour. Premium varieties contain a higher proportion of cocoa or dark chocolate, resulting in a more intense and complex taste. It can be served on its own, in sundae cups with fruit or whipped cream, or used as a filling in ice cream cakes, crepes and waffles. It pairs wonderfully with raspberries, caramel or nuts.

Chocolate powder is a dried product based on cocoa, sugar, and other ingredients, used to prepare drinks, desserts, and baked goods. Unlike pure cocoa, it is usually already sweetened and flavored, making it easy to dissolve in both hot and cold milk. It is used as the base for hot chocolate and added to cake batters, creams, ice cream, or puddings. Available in various intensities, from mildly chocolatey to strongly bitter varieties. In the kitchen, it is a versatile ingredient that brings an intense chocolate flavor and deep brown color to dishes.

Chocolate pudding is a popular dessert with a characteristically smooth, creamy consistency and a rich chocolate flavor. It is made from milk, sugar, starch or pudding powder with the addition of cocoa or chocolate. It can be served warm or chilled, most often decorated with whipped cream or grated chocolate. Beyond being served on its own, it is used as a filling for cakes, roll cakes, or stuffed crepes. Available as a ready-made pudding or as a powder for home preparation. The result is always delicious, smooth, sweet, and full of chocolate aroma.