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Gravad lax or Gravlax) is a Scandinavian dish of salmon pickled with salt, sugar and dill, it may be served think or thickly sliced, usually with a slightly sweetened sauce of mustard and dill on rye or crispy crust bread
Gravlax also refers to cured salmon; sliced and cured salmon in dill and spices. It is usually served with Gravlaxsas, a dill and sweet mustard sauce.
Please see Gravlaxsas.
Picture below in Gravlax which was served to us during one of our brunch in Germany.
Deutsch: Soße / Español: Salsa / Português: Molho / Français: Sauce / Italiano: Sugo
Gravy is a sauce made from the juices of meats that run naturally during cooking, often thickened with flour or cornstarch for added texture. It is a staple in various cuisines, typically served with meats, potatoes, rice, and other side dishes to enhance their flavor and moisture.
Deutsch: Fett (Lebensmittel) / Español: Grasa (alimentaria) / Português: Gordura (alimentar) / Français: Graisse (alimentaire) / Italiano: Grasso (alimentare)
The term Grease in food contexts refers to a broad category of edible fats and oils, both solid and liquid, derived from animal, plant, or synthetic sources. It plays a critical role in culinary applications, food processing, and nutritional science, influencing texture, flavor, and cooking behavior. Beyond its functional properties, grease also raises considerations in health, sustainability, and industrial food production.
Deutsch: Griechenland / Español: Grecia / Português: Grécia / Français: Grèce / Italiano: Grecia
Greece is a country in Southeast Europe known for its rich culinary heritage that dates back to ancient times. Food in Greece is characterized by the use of fresh, local ingredients and simple yet flavorful preparations. Greek cuisine is renowned for its emphasis on vegetables, olive oil, grains, fish, wine, and meat, including lamb, poultry, rabbit, and pork.
Deutsch: Griechisch / Español: Griego / Português: Grego / Français: Grec / Italiano: Greco
Greek cuisine is a representative culinary tradition of Greece, which is part of the wider Mediterranean diet, known for its health benefits and use of fresh, flavorful ingredients. It emphasizes the use of olive oil, fruits, vegetables, grains, fish, and meat, including lamb, poultry, rabbit, and pork. Also, Greek food includes a variety of cheeses and yogurts, with feta being the most famous Greek cheese.
Deutsch: Grüne Bohnen / Español: Judías verdes / Português: Feijão verde / Français: Haricots verts / Italiano: Fagiolini
Green Beans, in the food context, refer to the unripe or young pods of the bean plant that are consumed as a vegetable. Known for their crisp texture and slightly sweet to savory flavor, green beans are a popular side dish and culinary ingredient around the world. They are harvested while still young and tender, before the seeds inside have fully matured, making the entire pod edible. Green beans are versatile and can be prepared in numerous ways, including steaming, boiling, stir-frying, and roasting.
Deutsch: Grüne Paprika / Español: Pimiento verde / Português: Pimentão verde / Français: Poivron vert / Italiano: Peperone verde
Green Bell Pepper in the food context refers to the unripe fruit of the Capsicum annuum plant. It's a versatile vegetable used in a wide variety of culinary dishes around the world. Green bell peppers are distinct for their crisp texture and slightly bitter flavor compared to their red, yellow, or orange counterparts, which are simply riper versions of the same pepper with a sweeter taste. These peppers are a staple in salads, stir-fries, grilled dishes, and as a filling ingredient due to their robust shape.