Ingredient list

Sugar beet is a biennial plant grown primarily for the high sucrose content in its root, from which a large share of the world'so sugar is produced. Fresh sugar beet has a sweet, earthy flavour and is less commonly used in everyday cooking than other vegetables, it is occasionally added to salads, soups, or used for fermentation. The leaves are edible and can be used similarly to spinach. It is primarily an industrial crop: juice is pressed from the root and sugar is crystallised from it. A by-product of processing is molasses, used in food production and distilling. Sugar beet is also a valuable source of dietary fibre and minerals.

Kostky cukru jsou rafinovaný bílý cukr (sacharóza) stlačený do jednotných čtvercových bloků. Vyrábějí se ze sladké řepy nebo cukrové třtiny a jejich chemické složení je identické s granulovaným cukrem. Nejčastěji se používají k oslazení horkých nápojů, jako je káva nebo čaj, což umožňuje snadnou kontrolu porcí. Mohou být také karamelizovány nad plamenem pro přípravu karamelu nebo flambovaných pokrmů. V cukrářství se používají k dekoraci dortů a pečiva. Kostky cukru existují ve dvou základních velikostech, malé a velké. Skladujte je na suchém místě, aby se kostky neslepily a neztratily svůj tvar.

Sugar melon is a popular summer fruit from the gourd family, prized for its intensely sweet, juicy flesh and delicate fragrance. There are many varieties that differ in the colour of their skin and flesh, which can be white, yellow, or pale green. It is most commonly served fresh, sliced or diced as a dessert or refreshing snack. It also works well in fruit salads, smoothies, iced tea, or as part of cold starters paired with prosciutto. It is mainly composed of water and provides vitamin C and potassium. When choosing, look for melons that produce a hollow sound when tapped and have a pleasant, sweet aroma.

Sugar snap peas are a variety of pea where the entire pod, including the immature seeds, is eaten. Unlike regular peas, the pod is thin and crisp with no tough inner membrane, so there is no need to shell them. The flavour is distinctly sweet and fresh, making them a popular ingredient in salads, stir-fries, soups, or simply as a snack. They are ideal for quick cooking, a brief blanch or a few minutes in a hot pan is all they need. They are a good source of vitamins C and K, folate, and dietary fibre. When buying, look for firm, bright green pods without blemishes.

Sugar-coated peanuts are a popular sweet snack in which roasted peanuts are encased in a crunchy sugar shell. The sugar coating can be plain sweet or flavoured with cinnamon, vanilla or cocoa. They are widely available as a ready-made treat but can also be easily prepared at home. They work well as a dessert, a snack on their own, or as a topping for sweet dishes such as ice cream, pancakes and fruit salads. In confectionery, they are used in chocolates, nougat and biscuit fillings. Compared to plain peanuts, they have a higher sugar content while retaining a good amount of protein and fat.

Sultanas are seedless dried grapes with a light golden-brown colour, originally derived from the Thompson Seedless variety grown in the Sultanie region of Turkey. They are sweeter and softer than classic dark raisins, with a delicate fruity flavour. In the kitchen they are widely used in baking, added to cakes, biscuits, muffins, loaves, and festive pastries. They also work well in savoury dishes, such as pilafs, couscous, Indian curries, or Moroccan tagine, where they balance spicy flavours. They are also excellent in muesli, yoghurt, or enjoyed on their own as a healthy snack.

Sumac is a spice made from the dried and ground berries of the Rhus coriaria shrub, native to the Middle East and Mediterranean region. It has a distinctly tangy, slightly astringent flavor with a fruity undertone and a deep burgundy-red color. In cooking, it serves as a natural substitute for lemon juice or vinegar, adding pleasant acidity without extra liquid. It pairs wonderfully with meat, fish, fattoush salad, hummus, and grilled vegetables. In Turkish and Arab cuisine, it is commonly sprinkled over onion salads and kebabs. Sumac is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, and is most commonly sold as a dark red ground powder.

Sušená rajčata jsou intenzivní surovina středomořské kuchyně s koncentrovanou sladko-kyselou chutí a bohatou, charakteristickou vůní. Sušená rajčata se vyrábějí pomalým sušením rajčat na slunci nebo v sušičce, což odpařuje vodu a zesiluje chuťové sloučeniny. Prodávají se buď sušená, nebo marinovaná v olivovém oleji s bylinkami. Přidávají se do těstovin, risotta, pizzy, pesta, pomazánek, chlebů a salátů. Skvěle se hodí k sýrům, olivám a grilovaným pokrmům. Výrazná chuť obohatí i jednoduchou omáčku nebo zapečený pokrm. Jsou zdrojem lykopenu, draslíku a antioxidantů.

Slunečnicový olej je rostlinný olej lisovaný ze slunečnicových semen. Tento olej patří mezi nejpoužívanější kuchyňské oleje díky své neutrální chuti, světlé barvě a vysokému kouřovému bodu. Vhodný je na smažení, pečení a přípravu marinád a dresinků. Obsahuje vysoké množství vitamínu E a nenasycených mastných kyselin, zejména kyseliny linolové. K dispozici je v rafinované a nerafinované formě, přičemž rafinovaný je vhodný pro vaření při vysokých teplotách, zatímco za studena lisovaný si zachovává více živin a je lepší pro studené pokrmy. Dostupnost a příznivá cena z něj činí jednu z nejoblíbenějších tuků v domácnostech po celém světě.

Sunflower seeds are the fruits of the common sunflower, which is cultivated in many countries around the world. They are rich in vitamin E, unsaturated fatty acids, magnesium, and selenium. In the kitchen, they are used both shelled and unshelled, added to baked goods, muesli, salads, dips, or eaten as a standalone snack. They have a mild, nutty flavor and a pleasant crunchy texture. They can be eaten raw, dry-roasted, or seasoned with salt and spices. Sunflower oil pressed from these seeds is one of the most widely used vegetable oils in the world. They are a popular ingredient in vegetarian and vegan cuisine.

Sushi rice is a special variety of short-grain Japanese rice that is seasoned with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar and salt after cooking. Its high starch content makes it sticky and easy to shape, which is essential for making sushi, onigiri and other Japanese dishes. Before cooking, it is important to rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch. Once cooked, the seasoned rice is gently folded with a wooden spatula while being fanned to cool it down. Properly prepared sushi rice is the foundation of any high-quality sushi.

Sladké mandle jsou semena plodu mandlového stromu (Prunus dulcis) a patří mezi nejoblíbenější ořechy na světě. Mají jemnou, mírně sladkou chuť a mohou se jíst syrové, pražené, blanšírované nebo zpracované. V kuchyni se používají v široké škále receptů, jako ingredience do pečiva, marcipánu, mandlové mouky nebo mandlového mléka. Skvěle se hodí do müsli, salátů nebo jednoduše jako svačina. Jsou vynikajícím zdrojem zdravých tuků, vitamínu E, hořčíku a vlákniny. Měly by být zaměňovány s hořkými mandlemi, které obsahují toxické sloučeniny a nelze je jíst syrové.