Food Ingredients

Food Ingredients - Mushrooms, Fungi and Seaweed

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Here you will learn some English words related to Mushrooms, Fungi and Seaweed. Read the whole list to learn more.
red algae
noun
a group of marine plants with reddish pigmentation, known for their role in providing habitat and food in aquatic ecosystems
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green algae
noun
a diverse group of photosynthetic organisms, characterized by their green pigmentation
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brown algae
noun
a diverse group of photosynthetic marine organisms, often found in seawater, characterized by their brown pigmentation
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kelp
noun
large, brown seaweeds that grow in underwater forests, characterized by their long, leaf-like structures
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agar-agar
noun
a gelatinous substance derived from seaweed, commonly used as a vegetarian alternative to gelatin
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nori
noun
edible seaweed sheets, commonly used in Japanese cuisine, often used for making sushi rolls or as a garnish for soups, salads, and other dishes
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porphyra
noun
a genus of red algae commonly known as nori, characterized by its thin, edible sheets
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gim
noun
roasted seaweed sheets, often used for wrapping rice, vegetables, and other fillings to make 'gimbap,' a popular Korean dish similar to sushi rolls
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abalone
noun
a gastropod of warm seas that is edible and contains mother-of-pearl
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oyster
noun
a type of shellfish that can be eaten both raw and cooked, some of which contain pearls inside
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truffle
noun
a highly prized fungus that grows underground, known for its distinctive aroma and flavor
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button mushroom
noun
common edible mushroom with a smooth white cap and short stem, used in cooking in various dishes
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oyster mushroom
noun
a type of edible fungus known for its distinct oyster-like appearance and delicate flavor
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shiitake
noun
a type of edible mushroom with a savory and rich flavor
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morel
noun
a type of edible mushroom with a distinctive honeycomb-like cap and a rich, nutty flavor
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chanterelle
noun
a type of edible mushroom known for its distinctive funnel-shaped cap and delicate, fruity flavor
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mushroom
noun
any fungus with a short stem and a round top that we can eat
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bladderwrack
noun
a type of brown seaweed known for its air bladder-like structures and potential health benefits
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carrageen
noun
a type of seaweed extract commonly used as a thickening or gelling agent in food products
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dulse
noun
a type of edible red seaweed with a chewy texture and a salty, umami flavor
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fucoid algae
noun
a type of brown seaweed commonly found along rocky coastlines and characterized by its olive-green to brown coloration
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Iceland moss
noun
a lichen that grows in arctic and subarctic regions, known for its medicinal and culinary uses
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Irish moss
noun
a type of red seaweed that is commonly used as a thickening agent in various culinary preparations
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laver
noun
a type of edible seaweed commonly used in Asian cuisine, particularly in sushi and other dishes
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rockweed
noun
a type of brown seaweed that grows on rocky shorelines and is characterized by its long, ribbon-like fronds
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sea lettuce
noun
a type of edible green seaweed that resembles lettuce leaves and is commonly found in coastal areas
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sea tangle
noun
a type of brown seaweed with long, ribbon-like fronds, commonly found in cold coastal waters
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seaweed
noun
a type of plant that grows in or near the sea
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