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An Anko-nabe is a Japanese monkfish stew.

Agave refers to a family of plants native to warmer climates from the southwest United States through Central America that are used as an ingredient to produce the syrup for a variety of beverages, such as mescal, pulque, and tequila.

Acetic acid refers to a natural organic acid that is used in sugar and confectionery recipes, in pavlovas, as a stabilizer for the eggs, and in royal icing to help the icing set.

Affettati Misti is an Italian term that refers to a platter of a selecion of cold cuts often served as an appetizer or antipasti which differs from region to region in Italy and elsewhere. Affettati Misti generally consist of varieties of cold cuts such as Capocollo, Mortadella, Pancetta, Salami, Prosciutto, or Pancetta or other varieties.

Affettati misti refers to Italian mix or assortments of sliced cold meats, hams or prosciutto, mortadella and salamis. It is also known as Piatto fredo

Arsia refers to one of the dishes served during Eid festivities in Oman which is made of lamb meat cooked with rice. The Sultanate of Oman is one of the countries in Middle East and is located in the southeastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula.

Arepas are fried, grilled or baked corn or wheat pancakes, usually filled/stuffed with meat, eggs or cheese. Most Venezuelans and Colombians eat Arepas instead of bread. They are popular as breakfast food and categorized as one of the best street foods in the world.

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