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Kartulid is Estonian term for "potatoes" which were introduced in the country in 1700's. Potatoes are now part and parcel of virtually and nearly all genuine Estonian meals. Kartulid come either boiled or oven roasted and as ingredient for other dishes or as a side dish.

Kotlet refers to hamburger patty with onions which is one of the popular snacks in Estonia.

Kaalikeitto is the Finnish for "Cabbage soup". Kaalikeitto refers to a kind of soup made of vegetables like cabbage, onions, and carrots with a beef broth and chunks of beef in it. Kaalikeitto is mostly served in Finland on cold winter nights with a slice of sourdough bread. Kaalikeitto is also described as a clear, thick and flavourful soup made with white cabbage, root vegetables, stock and spices which is Russian in origin. Sauerkraut may be used to make the soup instead of the usual fresh cabbage.

Kinuski-Kastike refers to Finnish toffee like dessert-sauce made of double cream and sugar cooked until thick and brown. Kinuski-Kastike is very delicious when serve together with ice cream.

Koskenkorva refers to Finland's national drink which is a vodka-like clear spirit (38%) distilled from barley. Koskenkorva is more earthier than the popular Finlandia Vodka. Koskenkorva is also known as Kossu.

Kpekpele refers to Ghana's food that is made from mashed corn and palm oil which is served during their harvest festival called Homowo. Homowo which is celebrated by the Ga is marked by eating Kpekpel. The Ga is an ethnic group from the West African nation of Ghana.

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