The read head Red cabbage might just look like a prettier version of the paler white one but the flavour and possibilities it delivers make it worth mentioning as a stand-alone ingredient. In European cuisine, especially Northern and Eastern European countries, red cabbage has played an important role as a cheap and healthy addition to … Continue reading Red cabbage – Rotkohl
Month: November 2020
Sweetie
This big green citrus fruit is a cross between grapefruit and pomelo which was created in the 80s in Israel. To this day Israel is the main producer of the sweetie. The size of the fruit resembles that of a grapefruit while the colour and sweetness are closer to the pomelo. Like all citrus fruit … Continue reading Sweetie
Cranberry
The tart berry This plump red berry is synonymous with American Thanks Giving and Christmas celebrations. The cranberry is a very tart fruit which comes in season just in time for the festivities. They are grown in the USA but are also popular in Northern European countries. The berries contain plenty of vitamin C which … Continue reading Cranberry
Walnut – Walnuss
The brainy nut Ancient Greeks and Romans believed that the brain-like shape of this nut meant that it can cure headaches. While that might not be accurate walnuts do contain omega 3 acids that are said to have a positive impact on brain health. The nut is the second most popular one in the world … Continue reading Walnut – Walnuss
Ginger – Ingwer
The healing root Although its exact origins are unclear, ginger was named after the Sanskrit word for antlers and to this day India is the biggest producer of the fiery root. Ginger grows in tropical climates and is available all year round. Ginger became popular in Europe during the Roman Empire but was mostly used … Continue reading Ginger – Ingwer
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