Glossary

Z

  • Zabaglione
    Rich, foamy Italian dessert made by whisking egg yolks, wine and sugar together over a gentle heat. It is served barely warm.
  • Zander
    Large, fresh-water fish with firm flesh.
  • Zereshk
    This is a small sour berry that comes from Iran. It is traditionally served with Persian rice dishes.
  • Zest
    The outer rind of citrus fruit containing essential oils.
  • Zester
    An instrument used to remove thin strips of rind from citrus fruit, leaving the white pith behind.
  • Zucchini
    Italian and American word for courgette.