Glossary B
Deutsch: Brin / Español: Brin / Português: Brin / Français: Brin / Italiano: Brin
Brin in the food context refers to dried fruit or vegetable residue, typically leftover after extracting juice or oil. It can be made from a variety of sources, such as apples, grapes, or olives. Brin is used for culinary purposes, particularly as a flavour enhancer, thickening agent, or as a base for fermentation and animal feed. In some regions, apple brin or olive brin is more common.
Deutsch: Bánh mì / Español: Bánh mì / Português: Bánh mì / Français: Bánh mì / Italiano: Bánh mì
Bánh mì is a traditional Vietnamese sandwich that combines a crispy baguette with a variety of savory fillings, reflecting a fusion of Vietnamese and French culinary influences. The sandwich typically includes ingredients such as meats (like pork, chicken, or pâté), pickled vegetables (carrots and daikon radish), fresh herbs (cilantro), and condiments like mayonnaise and chili peppers.
Deutsch: Paprika / Español: Pimiento / Português: Pimentão / Français: Poivron / Italiano: Peperone
Bell in the food context commonly refers to the bell pepper, a sweet, mild-flavoured fruit from the Capsicum annuum species. Bell peppers are widely used in global cuisines due to their versatility, vibrant colours (green, red, yellow, and orange), and nutritional value. Unlike other peppers in the Capsicum family, bell peppers are not spicy because they lack capsaicin, the compound responsible for heat in peppers.
Deutsch: Baguette / Español: Baguette / Português: Baguete / Français: Baguette / Italiano: Baguette
Baguette is a long, thin loaf of bread of French origin, characterised by its crisp golden crust and soft, airy interior. Made from a simple dough of flour, water, salt, and yeast, the baguette is a symbol of French culinary culture and is recognised worldwide for its distinctive shape and texture.
Deutsch: Broccolini / Español: Broccolini / Português: Broccolini / Français: Broccolini / Italiano: Broccolini
Broccolini in the food context refers to a green vegetable that is a hybrid between broccoli and Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan). It features long, slender stalks topped with small florets, and has a milder, sweeter taste compared to regular broccoli. The entire vegetable, including its tender stems, leaves, and florets, is edible, making it versatile and easy to cook.
Deutsch: Einlegen in Salzlake / Español: Salmuera / Português: Salmoura / Français: Saumurage / Italiano: Salamoia
Brining in the food context refers to the process of soaking food, typically meat or fish, in a solution of water and salt (sometimes with additional flavourings) to enhance its flavour, juiciness, and tenderness. This technique helps food retain moisture during cooking and infuses it with seasonings.