Category: P

  • Parfait

    A sweet course composed of a blend of custard or whipped cream and syrup, which is then congealed by freezing. An enticing confectionary known as a frozen sweet bears resemblance to a mousse, yet possesses a heightened level of richness. Typically, this delightful treat incorporates beaten eggs to impart a light and airy texture. Moreover,…

  • Parch

    To subject a substance to an elevated temperature until it becomes completely arid and shrunken.  

  • Parboil

    To submerge a food item into water that has reached its boiling point and allow it to cook partially, with the duration usually not exceeding five minutes.  

  • Paratha

    An endemic type of bread, crafted from whole grain meal and formed into a flat, circular pancake, reminiscent of a chapati. However, instead of being baked on an ungreased griddle, it is sometimes sautéed in butter.  

  • Paradise pepper

    A title that is occasionally used to describe the delicate mignonette peppercorn, which is also acknowledged as shot pepper and grains of paradise.  

  • Paradise nut

    A saccharine, oleaginous nut akin in appearance to the Brazil nut, highly sought after for usage in confections. Reports indicate that the yield of this nut is limited, as the vase-shaped pod carrying the nuts cascades to the ground with a boisterous bang, attracting all nearby primates. This nut is also commonly known as the…

  • Panocha

    A confectionary delicacy produced from an amalgam of richly flavored brown sugar, pure milk, luscious butter, and finely chopped nuts. This particular candy is occasionally spelled as penuche, which is an alternate variation.  

  • Pan fish

    Any type of fish, although commonly freshwater species, that can be fried as a whole in a skillet.  

  • Pandora

    A delectable treat consisting of a toasted or fried strip of bread, spread with a savory meat mixture, dipped in butter and fried until crispy.  

  • Pancake turner

    A metal piece that is thin, flat, square, or rectangular in shape and placed at a slightly inclined angle at the end of a handle.