Glossary F
- Food Trivia: Mojos of Canary Islands : The cooks of the Canary Islands are famous for their Mojos whichs means "Sauces or Dips". Mojos from the Canary Islands of Spain come in different varieties. The bear the same as the Mojos of Latin America, however they are completey different from one another.
Canary Islands' Mojos are made with olive oil, vinegar, garlic, dried and crushed red pepper or green peppers, cilantro, parsley and other ingredients, depending on the dish they are to be served. They are always served as side dishes for dipping Papas Arrugadas, fish or meat. Red-colored Mojos are usually paired with meats and potatoes, while the Green-colored Mojos are paied with fish dishes.
Canary Islands of Spain consists of seven (7) larger islands (Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro) and a few smaller ones (Alegranza, Graciosa, Montaña Clara, Roque del Este, Roque del Oeste and Lobos).
Foza sy Hena-Kisoa refers to a specialy dish of Madagascar made of stir-fried pork, crab and rice preparation.
Fava me Koukia which is also known simply as Fava refers to a Greek stew or dip made from mashed or pureed dried yellow split peas or fava beans that can be eaten as a side dish or with bread. It can also be served as tasty appetizer. As a side dish, it is best paired withh fish and spicy dishes. Fava me Koukia can also be served with chopped onions, olive oil and vinegar.
Fava me Koukia is pronounced as "fah-vah meh kook-yah".