Glossary
There are currently 28 names in this directory beginning with the letter C.
cabbage
leafy green or purple biennial plant. it has many benefits like cholesterol-lowering .
the range of cabbage is between 0.5 -4 kilograms.
Cacao powder
cocoa powder is the remainings of the cocoa bean after the coca powder was extracted.
it is then processed into a fine powder.
canned crushed tomato
Crushed tomatoes are coked for hours to extract all the flavor out , they're ideal for sauce, soup and stew recipes.
Capers
we usually refer to the edible flower buds (capers), used as a seasoning, and the fruit (caper berries), both of which are usually consumed pickled.
We are making them in various techniques, they are dried in the sun, pickled in vinegar, brine, wine or salt. The curing brings out their tangy lemony flavor, much the same as green olives or pickles.
Carrot
Root vegetable, usually orange in color, available 365 days a year however best season to consume them is in the summer-fall, on these seasons the flavour is the best.
Cauliflower
it is an annual plant, usually only the cauliflower head is consumed.
Nutrition values of cauliflower are very good, it is reach in dietary fibers, Proteins, Vitamins B,C and K.
it can be cooked in various techniques.
chicken stock
Chicken stock is often refereed to a combination of chicken pieces such as throats and wings, root vegetables and herbs. chicken stock is a wonderful flavour enhancer and it gives many dishes depth of tastes.
chicken thighs
Chicken thigh are the legs of the chicken, they are reach in flavour and very versatile in regards to cooking options.
they can be slow cooked, fried, oven roasted and give flavour to a chicken stock, just take your pick, and very important, this is a cheap part of the chicken.
Chipotle Pepper
It is a chili used primarily in Mexican cuisines, and they are basically jalapenos smoked and dried, use with caution they are very hot.
cinnamon
Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several trees, it is added to savory and sweet foods and it is very good for many cakes and cookies.
the taste of cinnamon is very dominant so there is no need to use in big portions.
confectioners sugar
confectioner’s sugar is powdered sugar, its a regular sugar that was grind to dust. common usages are for cakes and icings.
Cooking Oil
Cooking oil is typically a liquid at room temperature, used in the kitchen for all purposes, cooking, frying, baking and can be produced from plants, animal or synthetic.
coriander
Also known as cilantro, its is added to many dishes and has a strong taste, all parts of this plant are eatable.
it has many nutritional benefits such as cholesterol lowering and blood pressure levels reducer.
Coriander powder
crushed coriander seeds, they have a mild lemony taste and very popular in southeast asian cuisines
Corn Flour
Also known as cornstarch, it is made from corn grains and use to thicken sauces or soups. it is also common in baking when trying to bake without gluten flours.
Cream cheese
Fresh cheese made from cow milk and cream.
according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration it should contain 33% milk fat with a moist not more than 55%.
it has many purposes, you can just spread it on a bread or use as a dip or even use it in dense cheese cakes or any other cake that ask for a high % of fat .
creme fraiche
its a bacteria fermented sour cream with high fat content, usually 30%-45%. creme fraiche has a thick and rich texture and its taste is very refined.
Cumin seeds
seeds of the cumin plant, its is used in many cuisines around the world and it's very popular in the Indian kitchen
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