Glossary B
Deutsch: Grillen / Español: Barbacoa / Português: Churrasco / Français: Barbecue / Italiano: Barbecue
Barbecuing in the food context refers to a cooking method that involves slow-cooking food, typically meat, over low, indirect heat, often with the use of smoke to impart a distinctive flavour. This process is distinct from grilling, which uses higher, direct heat for faster cooking. Barbecuing is associated with various regional styles and traditions, particularly in the Southern United States, South America, and parts of Asia.
Deutsch: Bräunung / Español: Dorado / Português: Douramento / Français: Brunissement / Italiano: Doratura
Browning in food refers to the process that occurs when food develops a brown colour and rich flavour through heat exposure. This transformation happens through various chemical reactions, primarily the Maillard reaction and caramelisation, which enhance both the taste and appearance of food. Browning is a key technique in cooking and baking, contributing depth and complexity to a dish’s flavour profile.
Deutsch: Banitsa / Español: Banitsa / Português: Banitsa / Français: Banitsa / Italiano: Banitsa
Banitsa is a traditional Bulgarian pastry made with thin layers of dough (similar to phyllo) filled with various ingredients, most commonly a mixture of eggs, cheese (typically feta or sirene), and yogurt. It is a staple in Bulgarian cuisine, often eaten for breakfast, during holidays, or as a snack. Banitsa can be both savoury and sweet, with different regional and seasonal variations depending on the fillings used, such as spinach, pumpkin, or apples.
Deutsch: Panieren / Español: Empanado / Português: Empanamento / Français: Panure / Italiano: Impanatura
Breading in the food context refers to the process of coating food, typically meat, Fish, or vegetables, with a layer of crumbs or flour before cooking, usually by frying or baking. Breading creates a crispy, golden crust that enhances the texture and flavour of the food while protecting it from drying out during cooking.
Deutsch: Brunch / Español: Brunch / Português: Brunch / Français: Brunch / Italiano: Brunch
Brunch in the food context refers to a meal that is typically eaten late in the morning, combining elements of both breakfast and lunch. The word "brunch" is a Blend of breakfast and lunch, and it is commonly enjoyed on weekends or holidays. Brunch menus often feature a wide variety of foods, ranging from classic breakfast items like eggs and pancakes to heartier lunch dishes such as salads, sandwiches, or pasta.
Deutsch: Fermentierte Garnelenpaste / Español: Pasta de camarones fermentados / Português: Pasta de camarão fermentado / Français: Pâte de Crevettes fermentées / Italiano: Pasta di gamberetti fermentata
Bagoong alamang is a Filipino condiment made from tiny fermented shrimp or krill, known as alamang, mixed with salt. It is widely used in Filipino cooking as a flavour enhancer and is known for its strong, salty, and umami taste, along with its pungent aroma. Bagoong alamang is a staple in many Filipino households and is often used to add depth and complexity to dishes.