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Deutsch: Köfte / Español: Köfte / Português: Köfte / Français: Köfte / Italiano: Polpette (variazione regionale)
Köfte is a family of spiced meatball or meat patty dishes originating from the culinary traditions of the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Balkans. While variations exist across regions, the core concept revolves around ground meat—typically lamb, beef, or a combination—mixed with spices, herbs, and binding agents such as breadcrumbs or bulgur. Unlike Western-style meatballs, köfte often incorporates unique regional ingredients and preparation methods, reflecting the diverse cultural influences of the Ottoman Empire and neighboring civilizations.
Deutsch: Kohlrabi / Español: Colirrábano / Português: Couve-rábano / Français: Chou-rave / Italiano: Cavolo rapa
Kohlrabi in the food context refers to a type of vegetable that belongs to the brassica family, which also includes cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. Its name comes from the German words for cabbage ("Kohl") and turnip ("Rabi"), reflecting its appearance and taste, which resemble a cross between a turnip and a cabbage stem. Kohlrabi can be eaten both raw and cooked and comes in green or purple varieties, although the flesh inside is usually pale green or white.