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A traditional Asian cooking vessel shaped like a large low bowl with two handles. Modern woks are usually made from steel or aluminum. They heat food such as meats and vegetables quickly and evenly and are excellent for stir-frying food with a minimum of oil. Food is easily tossed in the wok to ensure even cooking. Typical Grill and Roasting Woks are made from porcelain enameled steel that is formed into square or round metal shapes with perforated holes on the surface for cooking various ingredients on outdoor grills. There are several types of Grill Woks available for use. One is made similar to a bowl Wok with slanted sides and an open center. Another type of Grill Wok, referred to as a Vertical Roasting Wok, is designed with a center container for holding basting liquids. The core container enables poultry to be basted from the inside out, adding moisture and flavors as the poultry cooks. As the food cooks, the basting liquid not only moistens the poultry but also drips onto the surrounding vegetables or other ingredients to enhance the flavors of other items being cooked. The Vertical Roasting Wok is often used to prepare a popular grilled item known as "Beer Can Chicken."
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A Yiddish term that is defined as, “meals.” The word also refers to food products that are produced from meat or prepared with meat as an ingredient.
A dish in which the primary component is white beans that are stewed with a number of other ingredients.
A type of stew that is a specialty of the Jewish population in Morocco. It is prepared with beef, traditionally the cow’s foot, but today is more often prepared with brisket, short ribs, or chuck roast.
A type of Jewish cracker with a light, crispy texture. The cracker usually has a cheese flavor and is most often enjoyed with tea or for snacks.
A type of ham that is Spanish in origin and produced exclusively from rare Iberian pigs, which are descendents of the wild boar and are the last European free-range pig breed.
A dish that more closely resembles a pudding or a soufflé than an actual type of bread. Spoon bread often rises high and light similar to a soufflé.
A type of sherbet that is made with a combination of fruit juice and light sugar syrup. Occasionally, a light wine, such as champagne, is substituted for the fruit juice to provide a unique flavor.
A famous dish of German origin in which meat is marinated in a sweet and sour mixture for several days and is then braised for several hours in the marinade, producing meat that is very tender and flavorful.
A South American specialty dish that originated in either Ecuador or Peru: there seems to be a dispute as to which country the dish first appeared.
A common type of bread in the British Isles and the United States in which the name refers more to the shape and style of the bread loaf than to any particular recipe.
A type of sourdough bread made famous in San Francisco. It is one of the most well known varieties of American bread outside of the United States.
A type of artisan country bread made by Italian bread makers that is a popular all-purpose bread in Italy.
A reference to numerous types of cheese that are washed with, or submerged into, a brine bath as part of the cheese making process.
serrated knife, serrated edge, types of kitchen knives,
A timing device most often used when cooking poultry such as chicken or turkey. Made from plastic, this type of timer consists of a hollow pointed section or probe containing a heat sensitive mechanism that pops out as the meat reaches the desired cooking temperature.
A root vegetable that is grown commercially to be processed into sugar and sugar products. The Sugar Beet was developed from the Sea Beet and is a member of the beetroot and chard family of root vegetables.
red skin golden potato,
A fruit, herb or dairy product that is used to alter the flavor of foods to lighten overly sweet flavors or to lighten the intense heat of spicy ingredients.
A herb, nut and seed mixture that is commonly served Middle Eastern countries such as India. Pan Masala is most often considered to be an item to aid digestion or used as a breath freshener for use after consuming highly spicy meals.
A plastic bag used for steam cooking food in the microwave. These sealable bags have special slits cut into them to allow venting during the steaming process.
An instrument used to measure the temperature of a food to determine if it has been cooked to its proper doneness or if it is being stored at a safe temperature.
kiwi, mini kiwi, hardy kiwi, cocktail kiwi,
A favorite rice dish from India that is seasoned with a curry sauce, which is basically a gravy. The curry is made by adding meat or vegetables and other ingredients together with various spices.
A cooked rice dish that originated in southern India which is traditionally made with rice, lentils, vegetables, and spices.
A cookie-like snack that is comes from India and is traditionally made into a batter that may consist of rice flour, butter, corn oil, chili powder, and cumin seeds.
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