Ingredients

Raw materials like herbs, spices, meats, grains, dairy, etc.

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lesser galangal

Lesser galangal, botanically Alpinia officinarum, is a rhizomatous perennial plant native to souther...

lettuce

Lettuce, a member of the Asteraceae family, is a leafy green vegetable that has been a staple in the...

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licorice

Licorice, also known as liquorice, is a flavoring agent derived from the root of the Glycyrrhiza gla...

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light brown sugar

Light brown sugar is sugar with a relatively small amount of molasses, giving it a light brown color...

light coconut milk

Coconut milk is a versatile and widely used ingredient in many cuisines around the world, particular...

light cream

Light cream, also known as coffee cream or table cream, is a dairy product that falls between heavy...

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lima bean

The lima bean, also known as the butter bean, is a legume that has been a staple ingredient in vario...

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lime

Limes: the small, green citrus fruits.

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lime juice

Lime juice is the tart, acidic liquid pressed from the fruit of the lime tree, widely used across cu...

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lime peel

Lime peel, also known as lime zest, is the thin, outermost layer of the lime fruit's rind.

lime zest

Lime zest is the thin colored outer layer of a lime peel, containing aromatic oils.

lingonberry

Lingonberries, also known as mountain cranberries or cowberries, are small, tart, and vibrant red be...

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lingonberry jam

Lingonberry jam is a versatile and flavorful preserve made from the tart, red berries of the lingonb...

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linseed

Linseed, also known as flaxseed, is a small, nutty-flavored seed that has been cultivated for thousa...

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linseed oil

Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is a versatile culinary oil derived from the seeds of the f...

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lionfish

Lionfish are marine fish with venomous spines and edible flesh. Handling requires care; they are als...

lipid

Lipids are a diverse group of organic compounds that play a crucial role in the culinary world.

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liquid aminos

Liquid aminos, also known as liquid soy seasoning, is a savory liquid condiment made by hydrolyzing...

liquid ingredients

Liquid ingredients refer to any fluid or semi-fluid substances used in cooking and baking.

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liquid smoke

Liquid smoke is a culinary ingredient that is created by condensing the smoke produced from burning...

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liquid sugar

Liquid sugar, also known as simple syrup or sugar syrup, is a versatile culinary ingredient made by...

liquid sweetener

Liquid sweeteners are a category of sweetening agents that are in a liquid state rather than a solid...

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liquor

Liquor, also known as distilled spirits, is an alcoholic ingredient produced by distillation, which...

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litsea cubeba

Litsea cubeba, also known as mountain pepper or May Chang, is a versatile ingredient with a rich his...

little gem lettuce

Little gem lettuce, also known as baby romaine or miniature romaine, is a small, compact variety of...

littleneck clam

The littleneck clam, scientifically known as Mercenaria mercenaria, is a type of edible saltwater cl...

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live cultures

Live cultures, also known as active cultures or probiotics, refer to the beneficial microorganisms t...

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liver

Liver is an organ meat that has been a part of human cuisine for centuries, with a rich history and...

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liverwurst

Liverwurst, also known as liver sausage, is a type of sausage made primarily from pork liver and oth...

loin

The loin is a cut of meat that refers to the muscle running along the back of an animal, between the...

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long bean

Long beans, also known as yard-long beans or asparagus beans, are a legume grown for its very long,...

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long grain

Long grain rice refers to a variety of rice characterized by its elongated, slender grains that are...

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long grain rice

Long-grain rice is a type of rice characterized by its elongated, slender grains that are typically...

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long pepper

Long pepper, scientifically known as Piper longum, is a unique spice that has been prized for its di...

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long rice

Long rice is a type of noodle or vermicelli made from mung bean starch, commonly used in Southeast A...

loquat

The loquat, scientifically known as Eriobotrya japonica, is a vibrant and versatile fruit that has c...

lotus leaf

Lotus leaves, also known as lian ye in Chinese, are the large, round leaves of the lotus plant (Nelu...

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lotus root

Lotus root, also known as renkon in Japanese or lian ou in Chinese, is the edible rhizome (undergrou...

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lovage

Lovage, scientifically known as Levisticum officinale, is a perennial herb.

lox

Lox, a beloved ingredient in many culinary traditions, is salmon cured in a salt brine; traditionall...

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lumpia wrapper

Lumpium wrapper, also known as lumpiang wrapper or spring roll wrapper, is a thin, translucent sheet...

luncheon meat

Luncheon meat is a processed meat product, typically pork-based, that is fully cooked, formed into a...

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lychee

Lychee, scientifically known as Litchi chinensis, is a tropical fruit native to the Guangdong and Fu...

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maca

Maca is a root vegetable that is native to the Andes mountains of Peru.

macadamia

Macadamia nuts are the edible seeds of the macadamia tree, a species native to Australia.

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macapuno

Macapuno is a type of coconut cultivar native to the Philippines.

macaroni

Macaroni is a type of pasta that has been a staple in various cuisines around the world for centurie...

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mace

Mace is a spice derived from the dried, lacy aril that surrounds the nutmeg seed.

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mache

Mache (also known as corn salad, lamb's lettuce, or field salad) is a delicate, small green leafy ve...

mackerel

Mackerel is a type of oily, saltwater fish that has been a staple in many coastal cuisines around th...

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