Glossary G
Gestovtes is the German term which is also known as gedämpftes or gedünstetes. In cooking, it refers to food, particulary vegetables (carrots, leeks, celery) which are stewed, steamed or braised, as in gedünstetes Gemüse which is a German for "Braised vegetables". Frankfurth has also a specialty food called "Frankfurter gestovtes Kalbfleisch".
Below is a recipe from Schleswig-Holstein of steamed, stewed or braised vegetables with butter-flour sauce. It can be served as a side dish for fish or meat dishes.
Recipe: GESTOVTES GEMÜSE
Zutaten für 4 Portionen:
400 g Möhren oder Steckrüben
400 g Lauch
150 g Knollensellerie,
Salz and weißer Pfeffer
1 Prise Zucker
2 TL Butter
2 TL Mehl
1 EL Zitronensaft
Zubereitung:
Möhren putzen, waschen, in Scheiben schneiden. Lauch längs aufschlitzen, gründlich waschen und schräg in Ringe schneiden. Sellerie schälen, in kleine Würfel schneiden. Das Gemüse in einen Topf geben, etwa 1/8 l Wasser angießen. Mit Salz und 1 Prise Zucker würzen, zugedeckt etwa 10 Minuten dünsten. Die Butter mit dem Mehl verkneten. Unter das Gemüse mischen und kurz aufkochen, bis eine sämige Soße entsteht. Mit Salz, Pfeffer und Zitronensaft abschmecken.
Deutsch: Kastanienpüree / Español: Puré de castañas / Português: Purê de castanha / Français: Purée de châtaigne / Italiano: Purea di castagne
Gesztenyepüré is one of Hungary's signature sweets and desserts, referring to a specific style of Chestnut Purée. It is a sweet and creamy delicacy, typically made from pureed sweet chestnuts combined with sugar and a hint of rum, traditionally extruded into strands and served with a generous dollop of whipped cream (tejszínhab). This dessert is a culinary staple in Hungary, especially during the colder months and holidays, and is often considered a "must-try" item for visitors seeking authentic Hungarian confectionery.
Ghiotta also known as alla ghiotta is the Italian term for foods basted with seasonings while in the process of grilling or