The name ‘Pinto’ comes from the Spanish translation of the word paint. The beans have designs on them, making them seem as if it’s been painted. The beans were considered a staple food item at one point in time in the Southern United States, especially during the winter season. In fact, in rural areas, churches […]

Orzo, also known as Risoni in Italian, stands for “big rice”. The scientific name for orzo is (Hordeum vulgare). People in Greece widely accept it. In Italy, people generally use it in soups. However, orzo is a lesser-known pasta consumed in many Western countries.  The pasta requires either semolina or whole grains as the main […]

“Health is Wealth”, is an age-old saying and we learn the true importance of it as we grow up. When we do not eat nutritious food, deficiency of nutrients occurs leading to a host of symptoms in the body.  A common deficiency that most people face today is the deficiency of iron. Iron is an […]

Black rice, also known as purple rice, emperor’s rice, or forbidden rice, is a range of rice types of Oryza sativa. Black rice gets its dark purple colour from the pigment anthocyanin, which has antioxidant properties. Oryza sativa is the cultivated form of wild rice. It comes in various colours like red, white, brown, and […]

Veal is meat from calves, between six and eight months old but sometimes younger. Most calves raised as veal typically grow to be about 18 weeks old before slaughter. However, bob veal is much younger and only a few weeks old. Veal calves are generally male Holstein-Friesians who cannot produce milk and are slaughtered or […]

As the name suggests,  cream cheese is a combination of cream and milk. It was first produced in mass quantities by William A. Lawrence in 1873. You freshly prepare cream cheese using cream and milk, yielding soft cheese with a mild taste. For industrial purposes, carrageenan and carob bean gum stabilisers are used.  According to […]

Edamame beans are young green soybeans that get harvested before maturation. Farmers harvest them when the soybean pods are filled, nearly 80% mature, and just before they turn yellow. They are available shelled, new, or frozen. Edamame is a common ingredient in East Asian cuisine. People in China have used edamame for its nutritional and […]

Drumsticks are scientifically known as Moringa Oleifera. It is a drought-resistant, fast-growing plant that belongs to the Moringaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and has common names like drumstick tree, ben oil tree, moringa, benzolive tree and horseradish tree. Almost every part of the drumstick tree is edible. People use them in […]

Cornstarch, often called maise starch or corn flour, is just a form of carbohydrates extracted from the endosperm of dried corn kernels. It is a white powdery substance with various uses in your kitchen, household, and industries. Since cornstarch comes from the endosperm only, it offers no protein. However, despite being made from corn, pure […]

Gluten-free brown rice bread is a type of bread made with brown rice flour. It is suitable for people suffering from gluten intolerance as it will not cause any adverse effects. Gluten-free brown rice bread is produced mainly from brown rice flour, tapioca flour, or maize flour. The addition of maize flour makes it more […]

Matza or matzo (also spelt matzoh or matzah) is a type of flatbread prominent in the Jewish culture. Jews consume this dish during the Passover holidays commemorating their Exodus from Egypt. This food is a symbol of salvation. Similarly, unleavened bread is also a communion wafer in some Christian traditions. Here matzo symbolises Jesus Christ […]

Corn-based foods such as poppers, cornmeal, and grits are from dried and crushed corn kernels. Cornmeal includes more carbs and several vitamins and minerals than other corn-based meals. You can also use cornmeal to make polenta, bread, fritters, and other recipes. In addition, it is a gluten-free diet alternative with possible benefits for cardiovascular health […]

Farro is an ancient grain that is pretty popular worldwide. Like brown rice, it is high in fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals. Besides its high protein level, this superfood is also high in dietary fibre and is a good source of magnesium, energising iron, and zinc. Farro is a variety of wheat that predates conventional […]

Wheat berries are the edible part of the wheat kernel, including the wheat bran, the germ, and the endosperm, before the grain undergoes any processing. The bran is the hard outer layer of the wheat kernel. It is full of various nutrients like vitamin B and fibre. At the same time, the germ is the […]

Brown flour is the lightest of all the whole grain flours that can add texture, nutrition, and subtle flavour to many baked goods. Like any other whole grain flour, brown rice flour contains the exterior bran-rich layer of the grain, making it more nutritious than white rice flour. Brown rice flour has a slightly gritty […]

The term “Ciabatta” means “carpet slipper” in Italian due to the shape of the bread resembling one. Ciabatta bread is an Italian white bread invented in the early 1980s. Arnaldo Cavallari created the Ciabatta in 1982 due to an overwhelming affinity toward French baguettes, which had taken Europe by storm. Introduced in Europe in the […]

We often trust fancy store-bought things over homemade and traditional ones. Barley water is one such elixir of health that deserves all our love and attention. Barley or Hordeum Vulgare is a member of the grass family and is one of the first and the oldest cultivated crops globally. It had its origin in Eurasia. […]

Kamut ® (pronounced ka-moot) is the trademarked name for Khorasan wheat, an ancient grain twice as large as regular wheat. Its origin story is rather interesting. Hailing from Egypt, the grain was once grown in the fertile crescent area between Egypt and the Tigris-Euphrates valley. After World War II, a pilot discovered some grains in […]

Consuming indigenous food free of preservatives and synthetic substances is healthy. It precisely characterises the famous cornbread. You can make it from ground corn kernels pounded into a sandy-textured powder. It is a quick bread made with cornmeal and maise (corn). You can make it into various kinds, including muffins, pancakes, casseroles, and more. Also, […]

Falafel is a deep-fried chickpea-based snack. It can be classic street food or a fine-dine delicacy made with ground chickpeas (or fava beans), herbs, and spices, formed into a small patty-shaped fritter. It is crispy from the outside and delicious and moist from the inside. Usually, you can serve it with pita bread, salads, other […]

Swai Fish belongs to the same genus as the catfish, Pangasius. However, it has a distinct appearance and lacks the catfish’s huge bottom-feeder mouth and whiskers. Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia have the maximum freshwater fish production. You can catch swai in the rivers of the Mekong Delta’s many regions. Swai, like its relative, can […]

The health benefits of oats are no surprise. Its growing popularity among individuals wanting to lead a healthy life is proof of its exceptional nutritional benefits. Similarly, oats flour, the grounded version of rolled oats, offers similar health benefits. In addition, it adds to the ease of consuming healthy cereal in your regular meals. Oat […]

Buns are yeast-leavened bread products that are highly accepted globally for their soft texture, good taste and versatile utility. Therefore, buns are one of the most highly consumed food products. With their growing popularity, many types of buns are available in the market. However, the primary ingredients remain the same with little changes in the […]

Haddock is a valuable North Atlantic fish of the Gadidae family. It is also known as Finnan Haddie. Haddock is a carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and fishes. It resembles the cod and has a chin barbel, two anal, and three dorsal fins.  This deep-sea fish has a purplish-grey-coloured head and back with a white belly. […]

English muffins come in various flavours. It’s a favourite breakfast option; kids and adults love them. Hence, you can constantly find them in the grocery store’s bread aisle. Therefore, it is effortless to include them as a regular breakfast staple.  It’s a yeast-leavened bread frequently cut horizontally, served heated and buttered. It’s a round, reasonably […]

Focaccia is a flat-leavened oven-baked Italian bread that resembles pizza in style and texture. Therefore, people sometimes refer to it as “Pizza Bianca.” Focaccia can be round, rectangular, or square in shape, and you can eat it as a side dish or sandwich bread. In addition, focaccia is fragrant, warm, moist, somewhat chewy, and gratifying. […]

Bread comes in many forms that one can compliment small or heavy meals. One such variety of bread is the pita bread which originated in Greece. But, now people enjoy it across the world. It is a circular, leavened double-layered flatbread. In addition, due to its nutritional profile, pita bread is full of health benefits. […]

Mung beans are a pulse, an edible bean from the legume plant family. These Mung beans are also known as green gram, maash, moong, monggo, or munggo. Mung beans are primarily grown in Asia, Africa, and South America. However, people worldwide eat them as a part of their regular diet. People frequently confuse mung beans […]

White steamy rice is something that brightens all curries, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. In many cultures, white rice is the primary component of meals eaten in the basic form with curry, lentils and veggies or cakes. White rice is a bland grain and a staple of its easy-to-cook nature, accessibility, and capacity to adjust to […]

Biscuits are a convenient food that is easy to grab and keep munching on. Biscuits are mostly not baked at home, and people purchase them from stores. However, before purchasing, it is essential to check the biscuits’ type, nutritional facts, packaging, etc.  Biscuits: An Introduction A biscuit is a popular quick bread-like snack and is […]