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Native to the Basque region of Spain, this variety of chile pepper is small in size and narrow in dimension.

1) In reference to poultry, the drumstick is the lower, meaty leg portion of the bird, such as a chicken, turkey or duck, which exists from the knee joint down to almost the foot.

Naturally occurring proteins that are contained within foods or liquid and tablet supplements manufactured for the purpose of improving digestion.

A Mexican sandwich sold by street markets and vendors throughout Mexico that is somewhat similar to the American or Italian deli sandwich.

A chemical compound, known as an ester, that is created as an alcohol and an acid compound react together, forming a triglyceride.

Similar to a beef stew, this type of soup is made with a cut of meat suitable for pot roasts (round or chuck) that is mixed with vegetables and a rich broth.

A fruit native to India, which grows on tropical evergreen trees. Maturing into a small round fruit approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter, Kokum becomes dark purple to black in color as it ripens.

One of three main categories of basic nutrients (the others are protein and fat) that are used by the body for energy.

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A soup that is most often associated with the central and southern regions of Thailand. Made from the milk of coconuts, this soup may contain meat such as chicken or shellfish or as a subsitute, tofu may be added.

A type of cooking fat that is often sought by chefs desiring to add a rich flavor to a variety of foods.

White vinegar flavored with tarragon. A sprig of tarragon is placed in a glass bottle and then white vinegar is added (a recipe may call for other flavorings to be added along with the tarragon).

An herb, which is actually an evergreen plant native to the Mediterranean region but cultivated throughout Europe and America.

A Mexican dish consisting of thin strips of cooked meat, typically beef or chicken, that are placed into a tortilla with other ingredients and rolled up to be eaten out of hand or on a plate.

An herb which belongs to the parsley family of plant, that develops fine feathery leaves from a single stalk.

A layered dessert that began as a European confection, which was made in England. Sheets of sherry infused sponge cake, cut to fit in a round bowl, were spread with jam and a pastry cream or egg custard.

The edible leaf or paddle of the prickly pear cactus and other varieties of cactus. It is prepared by removing the thorns and eyes, after which it is served fresh, canned, cooked, steamed, or pickled.

1. Cucumbers that have been preserved in vinegar brine, along with pickling spices, such as fresh dill.

A substance found in numerous foods, which acts as an antioxidant, helping to diminish and repair damage to cells and tissues.

Made in a manner of soups from Mexico, Chicken Tortilla Soup is filled with many ethnic ingredients to create a filling and savory side dish or a soup that could be served as the main meal.