Glossary

Index


Mace

This is the vivid scarlet (when fresh) /orange (when dried) membrane that forms a lacy web over the seed of the...

Macquem

The dried seeds of the prickly ash are know as macquem in Thai cuisine. Used in laab salads and some...

Maltose

A very sticky syrup made from fermenting grains of barley. It is used in braised dishes (especially in Chinese cuisine)...

Mango

This is sometimes known as the 'queen of fruits'. A thick rubbery green/blushed skin, gives way to soft, lucious pulpy...

Mangosteen

A fruit with a thick, dark purple shell protecting small white segments which are thirst quenching, sweet and with a hint...

Matcha

Powdered green tea....

Matsutake

A seasonal mushroom and delicacy in Japan, its appearance in September heralds the coming of autumn. The gathering of these...

Mirin

Sweet rice wine. Used only for cooking except on the four or five days around the New Year holiday when...

Miso

Japan's famous bean paste made from cooked, mashed, salted, fermented soy beans. It varies in colour, texture and saltiness and...

Mochi

A sweet sticky rice cake made from glutinous rice....

Mung Bean

A small bean with an olive-green seed coat and yellow interior. Larger varieties are used for bean sprouts. It...

Mustard Greens

Very similar to brussel sprouts or spring greens - they are a member of the cabbage family. They have long,...