This person in Samin's life influenced the author appreciation for acid.
Who is Maman or Mom
Malt vinegar is traditionally served with this English dish, illustrating the regional and cultural significance of acidic accompaniments in dishes.
What are Fish and Chips
Oil, egg yolk, and vinegar/lemon juice are
the three main ingredients in what condiment?
What is Mayonnaise
The author first celebrated this holiday in college.
What is Thanksgiving
This citrus fruit is commonly used in tabbouleh and hummus.
What is Lemon
Name two main cheeses we used for grilled cheese.
What are Pepper Jack and Sharp Cheddar
Alternatively: Gruyere or Brie
This ingredient transformed the author's carrot soup.
What is vinegar
Name one example of pickled/fermented foods mentioned in the text.
What are:
Indian achar, Korean kimchee, German sauerkraut, American chow-chow.
In what restaurant did Samin learn how to cook?
What is Chez Panisse
Raw fruits and vegetables are susceptible to this chemical process, an enzymatic browning that results from exposure to oxygen.
What is oxidation
What food product should be avoided when using citrus in cooking?
Bottled Citrus Juice
Samin makes this type of bread in the Fat episode of SFAH?
What is Focaccia
Similar to salt, acid complements and enhances flavors in dishes, providing a crucial balance by contrasting with sweetness, saltiness, bitterness, and this other quality.
What is starchiness
The chemical reaction involved in browning sugars is called caramelization, while this chemical reaction named after the French scientist who discovered it is involved in browning meats
What is the Maillard reaction
In the Fat episode, parmesan cheese comes from these types of cows.
What are Red cows