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Moana is a Maori word for sea or ocean

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Mochaccino refers to a coffee drink of espresso with foamed milk and chocolate syrup

Mochanka refers to a Belarus thick soup mixed with lard accompanied by or served with steaming hot pancakes. Mochanka is the most popular soup prepared by native Belarusians.

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Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice that has been pounded into a sticky and elastic dough-like consistency. This beloved delicacy has a long history in Japan and is known for its chewy texture and mild, sweet flavor. Mochi is used in a variety of culinary applications, both sweet and savory, making it a versatile and cherished ingredient in Japanese cuisine.

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Mock Duck refers to a fresh, organic wheat gluten that is folded and pressed creating a meat substitute to duck in Buddhist and other vegetarian dishes. Mock Duck is available canned in Asian markets.

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Moddizzosu refers to an oval shaped loaf of soft bread.

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Modeumjeon refers to a Korean pancake which contains various ingredients which includes egg, fish, pumpkin, pepper, and fried meatballs. It is one of the side dishes served with Sogogi-gukpap, a Korean favorite rich and hearty soup made from bones of a cow.

Moelleux is the French word which means soft, mellow, tender, moist, sweet. Moelleux is French from the word "moelle", meaning bone marrow, this word means soft or mellow and refers to a rich, medium sweet white wine. It also means Gurnard, a kind of fish. Moelleux is pronounced "mwa leu"

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Mofongo refers to a Puerto Rican dish made by mashing tostones (twice fried plantains) with garlic, olive oil, and chicarrones or bacon.

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Moghlai paratha refers to a paratha which is coated in beaten egg, sometimes stuffed with minced or ground meat.

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