Category: B
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Black bean
A desiccated legume, obsidian and morphed into a renal configuration, utilized predominantly in a savory broth infused with tangy citrus notes. Black beans, a legume that’s native to the Caribbean and South America, were first brought to the United States by Spanish explorers who introduced them to Florida. These savory beans are a versatile ingredient…
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Bitter orange
The Seville orange, also known as bitter orange, is a citrus fruit with a distinctive and pungent rind that is commonly utilized in the creation of preserves. The tart and succulent flesh of this fruit is also employed in cooking and can be found in bigarade sauce.
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Bitter almond
The almond, set apart from its sweet counterpart due to its acrid flavor; cultivated primarily for its oil and as a seasoning agent, yet seldom employed as a standalone ingredient in culinary applications.
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Bitki
This is a gastronomic delicacy that encompasses the meat of a hazel hen or another type of game bird. The fowl is subjected to browning, then served with a sauce that is derived from seasoning and bone stewing. The sauce is subsequently imbued with sour cream and liberally poured over the fowl pieces. Additionally, the…
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Bismarck herring
Herring fillet and roe that have been soaked in a brine of white wine, vinegar, and seasonings, then delicately served as an appetizer is a true delight. Pickled herring, a delectable appetizer that’s steeped in tradition, is a dish that’s cherished by many culinary enthusiasts around the world. This dish is prepared by pickling and…
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Bismarck
A jelly- or jam-filled roll made of rich dough and fried like a doughnut in deep fat.
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Bisk
A time-honored recipe, which is no longer in use, consisting of a blend of avian species both wild and domesticated, accompanied by an aphrodisiac condiment.
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Biscuit Tortoni
A chilled and individualized paper-wrapped treat that’s infused with the exquisite taste of sherry and almonds, topped off with macaroon crumbs that have been delicately soaked in sherry. Semifreddo, a luscious dessert hailing from the land of Italy, is a gastronomic masterpiece that never fails to impress. This indulgent delight is crafted by combining whipped…
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Biriani
This dish, which is also spelled briani, is reminiscent of a combination between a pilau and a curry. It is composed of rice and a medley of meats, poultry, eggs, or vegetables that are commonly found in curry dishes.
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Birds nest soup
A broth concocted from the jelly-like material encasing the dwellings of particular swift species indigenous to the Orient.