Glossary F
Fatir refers to an unleavened Bedouin bread, traditionally made from barley flour, though now wheat flour is more available and more widely
Deutsch: Fettsäuren / Español: Ácidos grasos / Português: Ácidos graxos / Français: Acides gras / Italiano: Acidi grassi
Fatty acids are organic compounds characterized by a carboxyl group (-COOH) attached to a hydrocarbon chain, playing a fundamental role in human nutrition and food science. These molecules serve as critical energy sources, structural components of cell membranes, and precursors for bioactive lipids, influencing metabolic processes and physiological functions. Their classification, functionality, and dietary implications are central to understanding food composition, processing, and health outcomes.
Fava me Koukia which is also known simply as Fava refers to a Greek stew or dip made from mashed or pureed dried yellow split peas or fava beans that can be eaten as a side dish or with bread. It can also be served as tasty appetizer. As a side dish, it is best paired withh fish and spicy dishes. Fava me Koukia can also be served with chopped onions, olive oil and vinegar.
Fava me Koukia is pronounced as "fah-vah meh kook-yah".
Favollo (Eriphia verrucosa) is the Italian word for warty crab, a variety of crab found throughout the Mediterranean Sea, also in the eastern Atlantic from the southern coast of Brittany to Mauritania and the Azores.
Favollo has a thick carapace, slightly convex upper face, smooth, and with transverse ridges behind the frontal border and the lateral regions. Strong asymmetric chelipeds. Female has a large oval abdomen, while the male’s is narrow. Brownish-red or brownish-green in colour, with yellow spots.
Favollo's flesh is aromatic and tasty, but few. However, it is a good ingredient for fish or seafood soups.