Glossary

Cashew

The fruit of the cashew tree, originally from South America but widely cultivated in India and other tropical countries since the 16th century. The nut contains a smooth creamy-white kidney-shaped kernel that is rich in vitamin A and has a high fat content. In Europe cashews are usually eaten dried, roasted and salted as a snack or in salads.

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Cuttlefish

From the squid and octopus family, a cephalopod, cleaned and used in similar ways to its relatives.

 
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