Tag: American Ingredients
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Ají Charapita is an elusive treasure from deep within Peru’s northern rainforests.
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Common Name: Annatto Alternate names include Achiote, Achuete, Bija, Latkhan, Lipstick Tree, Natural Color E1606, and Roucou. Scientific Name: Bixa orellana The tree is named after Francisco de Orellana, a Spanish explorer who first encountered the indigenous Amazon people adorned in annatto paint. Editorial Note: This entry is part of The Culinary Compendium’s ongoing ingredient…
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Common Name: Allspice Its name comes from its unique flavor resembling a blend of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. Alternate names include Clove Pepper, Jamaica Pepper, Pimenta, Newspice, and Bay Rum Berry (erroneously). Scientific Name: Pimenta dioica Editorial Note: This entry is part of The Culinary Compendium’s ongoing ingredient archive and will be expanded as new sources are…
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Common Name: Agave The word agave comes from the Greek “αγαυή”, meaning “noble” or “illustrious.” Alternate names include Century Plant, Maguey, and American Aloe. Scientific Name: Agave americana (most common cultivated species); Agave tequilana (species used to make tequila), Agave angustifolia, etc. Some botanists argue that Agave tequilana should not be classified as a separate species, as it…
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Despite early suspicion, the tomato has found its way into the hearts of many around the world.