Glossary B
Deutsch: Begießen / Español: Baño de grasa / Português: Regar / Français: Arrosage / Italiano: Irrorazione
Basting is a culinary technique used to enhance moisture, flavor, and appearance in roasted, grilled, or baked foods by periodically applying liquids such as fats, juices, or marinades during the cooking process. This method is particularly essential in professional and home kitchens for ensuring even cooking and preventing dryness in meats, poultry, and certain vegetables.
Bat and Balls also known as Soup Number 5 is one of the exotic soups from the Philippines made of cow's genitals, ginger and lots of onions. It is one of specialties in Batangas, Philippines which is actually made of a cow’s penis (bat) and testicles (balls). It is usually served with chili and kalamansi (Philippines local lime).
English: Describe / Deutsch: Beschreiben / Español: Describir / Português: Descrever / Français: Décrire / Italiano: Descrivere /
In the food context, "Batao" refers to a type of bean commonly used in Filipino cuisine, also known as the hyacinth bean or lablab bean (Lablab purpureus). This Legume is recognized for its edible pods and seeds, which are utilized in a variety of dishes across the Philippines and other parts of Asia and Africa. The batao bean is valued not only for its nutritional content but also for its versatility in cooking.
Deutsch: Bataviasalat / Español: Lechuga Batavia / Português: Alface Batávia / Français: Laitue Batavia / Italiano: Lattuga Batavia
The Bataviasalat, known in English as Batavia lettuce, is a leafy vegetable belonging to the Lactuca sativa species, which is part of the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its crisp texture, mild flavor, and loose, frilly leaves, making it a popular choice in both raw and cooked culinary applications. Unlike more tightly packed lettuce varieties, Batavia lettuce offers a balance between structural integrity and tenderness, which contributes to its versatility in gastronomy.