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Ingredient list
Discover our extensive ingredient list that helps you quickly find recipes by specific ingredients, cuisines, dietary preferences, and other categories. Ingredients make it easy to navigate and discover new flavors and culinary ideas.
Galangal
Galangal is an aromatic rhizome related to ginger, widely used in the cuisines of Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. It has a sharper, spicier, and more woody flavor than ginger, with subtle citrus and resinous notes. There are two main varieties: greater galangal (Alpinia galanga) and lesser galangal (Alpinia officinarum). In cooking, it is used fresh, dried, or ground, fresh galangal root is added to soups such as Thai tom kha, curry pastes, and sauces. Dried and ground galangal features in spice blends. It is also an ingredient in some European herbal liqueurs and traditional beer recipes.
Galangal root
Galangal is an aromatic rhizome related to ginger, widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine. Its flavour is sharper, less hot and more resinous than ginger, with citrusy and earthy notes. It is used fresh, dried, or ground. The root is added to Thai curry pastes, soups such as Tom Kha Gai, marinades, and various sauces. It is typically not eaten directly but is simmered in dishes to release its aroma and removed before serving. Galangal is also valued in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Galliano
Galliano is an Italian herbal liqueur with a distinctive vanilla-anise flavor and a golden color. It was created in 1896 in Tuscany and named after the Italian military hero Giuseppe Galliano. It is made from more than thirty herbs, spices, and botanical extracts, including vanilla, anise, ginger, and citrus peel. The most famous cocktail featuring this liqueur is the Harvey Wallbanger. In the kitchen, it is suited for desserts, ice cream, panna cotta, or as a drizzle over cakes. It is also added to cream-based sauces and coffee to enhance flavor. Galliano is an integral part of global bar culture and a favorite ingredient among creative bartenders.
Game meat
Game meat refers to the meat of wild animals hunted for food, most commonly deer, roe deer, wild boar, hare, or pheasant. It is characterised by a rich, aromatic flavour and a darker colour compared to conventional meat. Because wild animals roam freely, game is lean, low in fat, and rich in protein, iron, and B vitamins. Before cooking, the meat is often marinated in wine, spices, and vegetables to mellow its strong flavour and tenderise the fibres. It is well suited to slow braising, oven roasting, or goulash. Traditionally served with bread dumplings, red cabbage, and cranberry sauce.
Game seasoning
Game seasoning is a special aromatic blend tailored to the distinctive flavour of wild game. It typically includes juniper berries, bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, allspice, black pepper and sometimes dried mushrooms or powdered red wine. These ingredients beautifully complement the natural aroma of venison, fallow deer, wild boar or hare. The seasoning is used in preparing game stews, oven roasting, marinades and grilling. Game prepared correctly with this blend is delicious, aromatic and full of the deep flavours characteristic of traditional Central European cuisine.
Garlic
Garlic is one of the most widely used aromatic vegetables in world cuisine. A garlic bulb is made up of individual cloves wrapped in thin papery skins. It has a pungent, sharp flavour and an intense aroma due to its sulphur compounds, particularly allicin. It is used fresh, dried, roasted or as a powder in soups, sauces, marinades, meat and vegetable dishes. When cooked, it loses its sharpness and develops a mild, slightly sweet flavour. It has long been associated with health benefits, including immune support and antibacterial properties.
Garlic dressing
Garlic dressing is a popular salad dressing with a bold, aromatic garlic flavor that pairs well not only with green salads but also with grilled meats and vegetables. It is typically made from olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, garlic, and various herbs. The garlic gives it a spicy and fragrant character that can liven up almost any dish. It can also be used as a marinade or a dip for fresh bread and vegetables. It is easy to prepare at home or can be purchased ready-made in stores.
Garlic mustard
Garlic mustard is a flavoured variant of classic mustard enriched with a bold garlic aroma. It is made from mustard seeds, vinegar, salt and fresh or dried garlic, and the resulting product can range from mild to spicy. It is used as a condiment in sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs and with cold cuts. It also works well as a marinade base for poultry, pork or vegetables, and as an ingredient in salad dressings and sauces. The combination of spicy mustard and garlic gives dishes a pronounced and complex flavour profile.
Garlic paste
Česneková pasta je hustá, hladká směs připravená z čerstvého nebo pečeného česneku, někdy s přídavkem oleje, soli nebo jiných koření. Malé množství dodává výraznou chuť a představuje pohodlnou alternativu k česnekovým stroužkům. Používá se v marinádách, polévkách, omáčkách, dipu a jako pomazánka na chleba. Je oblíbená v kuchyních Blízkého východu, Středomoří a Asie. Domácí verze se připravuje rozmačkáním česneku se špetkou soli do hladké konzistence, zatímco kupovaná pasta je obvykle konzervována nebo sterilizována. Skladujte v lednici a spotřebujte během několika týdnů po otevření.
Garlic powder
Garlic powder is dried and finely milled garlic. It has a concentrated garlic flavor with a subtle sweetness, dispenses more easily than fresh garlic, and is less prone to burning in the pan. It is used in dry meat rubs, marinades, dressings, dips, sauces, soups, baking blends, and spreads. Store dry, dark, and airtight to preserve aroma. Rough ratio: 1 clove of fresh garlic ≈ ⅛ tsp of garlic powder.
Garlic Purée
Garlic purée is a smooth paste made from crushed or blended garlic, offering a convenient alternative to fresh garlic cloves. It has an intense, full flavour and is easy to portion directly from a tube or jar. It is used in sauces, soups, marinades, dressings, and when cooking meat or vegetables. Thanks to its fine consistency, it dissolves quickly into dishes and distributes flavour evenly. It is available as pure garlic purée or in versions seasoned with oil or salt. A popular staple in both home and professional kitchens.
Garlic salami
Garlic salami is a cured meat product with a distinctive garlic aroma and flavor. It is most commonly made from pork or a combination of pork and beef, seasoned with garlic and various spices. It is great on cold platters, open-faced sandwiches, and as a snack, but also works well in hot dishes such as baked pasta, pizza, or stuffed pancakes. Its bold flavor makes it one of the most popular cured meats not only in the Czech Republic but throughout Central Europe. When buying, pay attention to the meat content and the types of spices added.










