Glossary Q

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Quahog refers to hard shell clams native to the Atlantic coast of America.

Quenelle is a dish that originated from France which is a light savoury dumpling made of minced meat, poultry, fish or vegetables seasoned and bound with eggs, fat, or cream, then poached in stock or water.

Queso Anejo is a Spanish term meaning aged cheese.

Quince (Cydonia vulgaris) refers to a fruit that is related to the pear and grown in the Mediterranean, the Middle East and the United States.

Quinoa refers to a small, round, pale-brown grains look similar to millet and have a mild taste and a firm texture.

Quas chawal refers to Indian rice fried in ghee, and which is flavoured and coloured with saffron Quas chawal is also known as Kesar chaval