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Condiments
Condiments (/ˈkɒndɪmənts/) are substances such as salt, pepper, mustard, vinegar, or ketchup that are used to add flavor to food.
Etymology
The term "condiment" comes from the Latin condimentum, meaning "spice, seasoning, sauce" and from the Latin condere, meaning "preserve, pickle, season".
Types of Condiments
There are many types of condiments, including:
- Sauces: These are liquid or semi-liquid foodstuffs used to provide flavor or moisture to dishes. Examples include ketchup, mayonnaise, and barbecue sauce.
- Spices: These are substances used in cooking to flavor, color or preserve food. Examples include cinnamon, cumin, and paprika.
- Herbs: These are plants with savory or aromatic properties that are used for flavoring and garnishing food, medicinal purposes, or for fragrances. Examples include basil, parsley, and rosemary.
- Seasonings: These are substances added to food to enhance the flavor. Examples include salt, pepper, and sugar.
Related Terms
- Garnish (food): An item or substance used as a decoration or embellishment on a dish.
- Marinade: A sauce, typically made of oil, vinegar, spices, and herbs, in which meat, fish, or other food is soaked before cooking in order to flavor or soften it.
- Dressing (food): A sauce used to flavor a salad, typically consisting of oil and vinegar mixed together with herbs or other flavorings.
- Relish: A cooked and pickled product made of chopped vegetables, fruits, pickles or herbs, and is a food item typically used as a condiment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Condiments
- Wikipedia's article - Condiments
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