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Deutsch: Tandoori / Español: Tandoori / Português: Tandoori / Français: Tandoori / Italiano: Tandoori

Tandoori refers to a style of Indian cooking that involves marinating meat, vegetables, or paneer (Indian cheese) in a mixture of yoghurt and spices and then cooking them in a tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven that is heated with wood or charcoal. The term "tandoori" can describe both the cooking method and the dishes prepared using this technique. Tandoori dishes are known for their smoky flavour, tender texture, and vibrant red or orange colour, often achieved using spices like turmeric, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Deutsch: Tapey / Español: Tapey / Português: Tapey / Français: Tapey / Italiano: Tapey

Tapey (also spelled "tapuy" or "tapuy") is a traditional fermented rice wine or rice paste from the mountainous regions of the Philippines, particularly among the indigenous Igorot people of the Cordillera region in Northern Luzon. Made from glutinous rice (sticky rice) and a natural fermentation starter called bubod (rice wine yeast), tapey is known for its mildly sweet, tangy flavour and can be consumed as either a thick, semi-solid fermented rice or a clear alcoholic drink.

Deutsch: Tres Leches / Español: Tres Leches / Português: Tres Leches / Français: Tres Leches / Italian: Tres Leches

Tres Leches is a rich, moist sponge cake that is soaked in three types of milk: evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. This dessert is a beloved staple in Latin American cuisine, known for its sweet, creamy flavour and luscious texture.

Deutsch: Temperieren / Español: templado / Português: têmpera / Français: tempérage / Italiano: temperaggio

Tempering is a process used in cooking and baking to carefully control the temperature of ingredients, particularly chocolate, to achieve desired properties such as smooth texture, shine, and stability.

Deutsch: Tatar / Español: tártara / Português: tártaro / Français: tartare / Italiano: tartaro

Tartare is a dish consisting of finely chopped or minced raw meat or fish, typically seasoned and served with various accompaniments. It is a delicacy that emphasizes the quality and freshness of its ingredients.

Deutsch: Schweinefuß / Español: Manitas de cerdo / Português: Pé de porco / Français: Pied de porc / Italiano: Piedino di maiale

Trotter refers to the foot of a pig, cow, or sheep, used in cooking various traditional dishes around the world. Trotters are known for their rich, gelatinous texture when cooked, making them a popular ingredient in hearty stews and soups.