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This may take awhile. A Snack Semiotics Side Project
#102. Kürtőskalács: Cylindrical, spit-cooked Transylvanian dessert, named after resemblance to stovepipe, native to ethnically Hungarian Székely Region of Romania. Dipped in sugar and basted with butter while roasting over charcoal, creating a caramelized shell
bylelush.blogspot.com/2014/08/kurt...
bylelush.blogspot.com/2014/08/kurt...
Kürtőskalács/Chimney Cake
baking blog
bylelush.blogspot.com
February 23, 2025 at 9:37 PM
#102. Kürtőskalács: Cylindrical, spit-cooked Transylvanian dessert, named after resemblance to stovepipe, native to ethnically Hungarian Székely Region of Romania. Dipped in sugar and basted with butter while roasting over charcoal, creating a caramelized shell
bylelush.blogspot.com/2014/08/kurt...
bylelush.blogspot.com/2014/08/kurt...
A selection of lesser-seen juices: Sea Buckthorn (Armenia), Blueberry (Slovenia), Ditakh (Senegal), Calamansi (Philippines). Some more info on Ditakh here snacksemiotics.weebly.com/posts/ditakh
January 25, 2025 at 9:47 PM
A selection of lesser-seen juices: Sea Buckthorn (Armenia), Blueberry (Slovenia), Ditakh (Senegal), Calamansi (Philippines). Some more info on Ditakh here snacksemiotics.weebly.com/posts/ditakh
#101. Fuqi Feipian (Husband and Wife Special): Sichuanese beef dish, served room temp, dominated by thin slices of offal meat (often heart & tripe), and peppercorn-spiked chili oil, topped with peanuts and cilantro
thewoksoflife.com/fuqi-feipian...
thewoksoflife.com/fuqi-feipian...
Sichuan Fuqi Feipian (夫妻肺片) - The Woks of Life
This fuqi feipian recipe is a quintessential Sichuan specialty—sliced beef and tripe in a singularly addictive, spicy, mouth-numbing sauce.
thewoksoflife.com
January 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM
#101. Fuqi Feipian (Husband and Wife Special): Sichuanese beef dish, served room temp, dominated by thin slices of offal meat (often heart & tripe), and peppercorn-spiked chili oil, topped with peanuts and cilantro
thewoksoflife.com/fuqi-feipian...
thewoksoflife.com/fuqi-feipian...
#100. Kang Hung Ley: Northern Thai stew of pork belly braised with chili, tamarind & shrimp paste. Spicing indicates Indian influence, likely with additional Burmese additions, including name, which translates to “heavy curry.” Sometimes includes pineapple
hot-thai-kitchen.com/gaeng-hung-lay
hot-thai-kitchen.com/gaeng-hung-lay
Gaeng Hung Lay - Northern Pork Belly Curry
Gaeng Hung Lay is one of the most iconic and tastiest dishes of Northern Thailand! Though it's a dish that takes time, most of the process is hands-off!
hot-thai-kitchen.com
October 16, 2023 at 4:30 PM
#100. Kang Hung Ley: Northern Thai stew of pork belly braised with chili, tamarind & shrimp paste. Spicing indicates Indian influence, likely with additional Burmese additions, including name, which translates to “heavy curry.” Sometimes includes pineapple
hot-thai-kitchen.com/gaeng-hung-lay
hot-thai-kitchen.com/gaeng-hung-lay
#99. Chili Garlic Shrimp: Chinese dish with 2 distinct versions: Sichuan original, and it’s Shanghai reimagining, which significantly dials down heat. Preparations in both styles vary, as does inclusion or removal of shells, + style in which shrimp is fried
thewoksoflife.com/chili-garlic...
thewoksoflife.com/chili-garlic...
October 5, 2023 at 3:23 PM
#99. Chili Garlic Shrimp: Chinese dish with 2 distinct versions: Sichuan original, and it’s Shanghai reimagining, which significantly dials down heat. Preparations in both styles vary, as does inclusion or removal of shells, + style in which shrimp is fried
thewoksoflife.com/chili-garlic...
thewoksoflife.com/chili-garlic...
#98. Llapingacho: Ecuadorian potato patties stuffed with cheese, a common side dish or breakfast main. Reminiscent of Andean Arepas, and shares similar mountainous root, with name from Kichwa, an offshoot of Quechua. Sometimes made with cassava
www.laylita.com/recipes/llap...
www.laylita.com/recipes/llap...
September 28, 2023 at 3:15 PM
#98. Llapingacho: Ecuadorian potato patties stuffed with cheese, a common side dish or breakfast main. Reminiscent of Andean Arepas, and shares similar mountainous root, with name from Kichwa, an offshoot of Quechua. Sometimes made with cassava
www.laylita.com/recipes/llap...
www.laylita.com/recipes/llap...
#97. Curry Puff: Perfect fusion point of Cornish Pasty, Empanada, and Samosa; curried potatoes or chicken encased within a fried pastry casing. Common across Maritime SE Asia, name origin in Fujianese 泡 (pop), which describes the bubbled outer shell
christieathome.com/blog/malaysi...
christieathome.com/blog/malaysi...
September 19, 2023 at 2:59 PM
#97. Curry Puff: Perfect fusion point of Cornish Pasty, Empanada, and Samosa; curried potatoes or chicken encased within a fried pastry casing. Common across Maritime SE Asia, name origin in Fujianese 泡 (pop), which describes the bubbled outer shell
christieathome.com/blog/malaysi...
christieathome.com/blog/malaysi...
#96. Hariyali Tikka: Punjabi kebab named for color (“Greenery” in Hindi), flavored with mint, cilantro & greens, primarily fenugreek. Possible origin in reuse of Green Chutney, a popular local condiment familiar to anyone who’s ordered US Indian takeout
www.spiceindiaonline.com/hariyali-chi...
www.spiceindiaonline.com/hariyali-chi...
September 9, 2023 at 1:44 PM
#96. Hariyali Tikka: Punjabi kebab named for color (“Greenery” in Hindi), flavored with mint, cilantro & greens, primarily fenugreek. Possible origin in reuse of Green Chutney, a popular local condiment familiar to anyone who’s ordered US Indian takeout
www.spiceindiaonline.com/hariyali-chi...
www.spiceindiaonline.com/hariyali-chi...
#95. Banh Mi: Post-colonial Vietnamese fusion, one of the world’s finest sandwiches. Classic version (at least in US) is Saigon “Special Combo” (Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt): Head Cheese, Giò Lụa Sausage, Liver Pâté, Butter/Mayo, Pickled Daikon/Carrot, Pepper, Cilantro
nomvietnom.com/recipes/stre...
nomvietnom.com/recipes/stre...
August 31, 2023 at 2:40 PM
#95. Banh Mi: Post-colonial Vietnamese fusion, one of the world’s finest sandwiches. Classic version (at least in US) is Saigon “Special Combo” (Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt): Head Cheese, Giò Lụa Sausage, Liver Pâté, Butter/Mayo, Pickled Daikon/Carrot, Pepper, Cilantro
nomvietnom.com/recipes/stre...
nomvietnom.com/recipes/stre...
#94. Molote: Torpedo-shaped blob of masa stuffed with a variety of ingredients, from bean to chorizo, then fried, constituting a classic Antojito snack. Mashed potato is sometimes a filling, or mixed into dough. Origin point is likely Oaxacan
August 21, 2023 at 3:37 PM
#94. Molote: Torpedo-shaped blob of masa stuffed with a variety of ingredients, from bean to chorizo, then fried, constituting a classic Antojito snack. Mashed potato is sometimes a filling, or mixed into dough. Origin point is likely Oaxacan
#93. Mollete: Mexico City breakfast staple of refried beans spread on a sliced Bolillo roll, often complemented by cheese, peppers and/or salsa, served open face. Some versions, purportedly Southern in origin, expand further with mushrooms and chorizo
https://www.isabeleats.com/molletes
https://www.isabeleats.com/molletes
August 15, 2023 at 6:53 PM
#93. Mollete: Mexico City breakfast staple of refried beans spread on a sliced Bolillo roll, often complemented by cheese, peppers and/or salsa, served open face. Some versions, purportedly Southern in origin, expand further with mushrooms and chorizo
https://www.isabeleats.com/molletes
https://www.isabeleats.com/molletes
Agoulou Follow-Up: This gimmick also appears to exist, or did at one point
July 27, 2023 at 7:18 PM
Agoulou Follow-Up: This gimmick also appears to exist, or did at one point
#92. Agoulou: Large Martinican/Guadeloupean pressed sandwich, possibly named after bread on which it’s served. Contents vary, although usage of ground beef, ham, cheese, lettuce and tomato seems prominent, suggesting a jumbo-sized island burger variant
July 27, 2023 at 7:12 PM
#92. Agoulou: Large Martinican/Guadeloupean pressed sandwich, possibly named after bread on which it’s served. Contents vary, although usage of ground beef, ham, cheese, lettuce and tomato seems prominent, suggesting a jumbo-sized island burger variant
#91. Lambi: Stewed or curried conch dish of Haiti, Grenada, and wider Francophone Caribbean, taking name from Kreyol word for the Conch, as well as it’s Latin designation. Sometimes known as Conch Creole, and appears in DR as Lambi Guisado
https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/conch-creole
https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/conch-creole
How to make Conch Creole | Caribbean Green Living
A delightful dish, Conch Creole is widely enjoyed during special days and holidays. Usually served with rice and vegetables, it is a great seafood dish.
www.caribbeangreenliving.com
July 24, 2023 at 3:08 PM
#91. Lambi: Stewed or curried conch dish of Haiti, Grenada, and wider Francophone Caribbean, taking name from Kreyol word for the Conch, as well as it’s Latin designation. Sometimes known as Conch Creole, and appears in DR as Lambi Guisado
https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/conch-creole
https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/conch-creole
#90. Concha: Shell-shaped Mexican pastry with streusel coating, thin layer of crunch cladding mild sweet bread. Crumb is descendent of brioche, relic of 17th c. French-Mx. bakers who established Pan Francés tradition. Point at which coat appears is unclear
https://dorastable.com/vegan-concha-recipe
https://dorastable.com/vegan-concha-recipe
July 21, 2023 at 3:51 PM
#90. Concha: Shell-shaped Mexican pastry with streusel coating, thin layer of crunch cladding mild sweet bread. Crumb is descendent of brioche, relic of 17th c. French-Mx. bakers who established Pan Francés tradition. Point at which coat appears is unclear
https://dorastable.com/vegan-concha-recipe
https://dorastable.com/vegan-concha-recipe
#89. Chechil: Brined, smoked and knotted strings of Armenian cow cheese, popular throughout Caucasus, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Braids are constructed in style similar to Italian Pasta Filata. Commonly paired with beer, in countries that partake
July 14, 2023 at 3:04 PM
#89. Chechil: Brined, smoked and knotted strings of Armenian cow cheese, popular throughout Caucasus, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Braids are constructed in style similar to Italian Pasta Filata. Commonly paired with beer, in countries that partake
#88. Potato Stix: Snipped shoestring potatoes fried to an artificial crisp, usually served in a can for some reason, dating back to 1930s. Difference from actual SP is stark enough that this gets its own entry
https://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/potato_sticks
https://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/potato_sticks
July 6, 2023 at 2:51 PM
#88. Potato Stix: Snipped shoestring potatoes fried to an artificial crisp, usually served in a can for some reason, dating back to 1930s. Difference from actual SP is stark enough that this gets its own entry
https://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/potato_sticks
https://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/potato_sticks
#87. Sali Boti: Classic Parsi mutton dish: rich, tomato-ey curry topped with a smattering of fried matchstick potatoes. In modern incarnations, these are generally pre-packaged Potato Stix, fitting as “Sali” means “Sticks” in Gujarati
https://bawibride.com/salli-boti
https://bawibride.com/salli-boti
July 3, 2023 at 3:27 PM
#87. Sali Boti: Classic Parsi mutton dish: rich, tomato-ey curry topped with a smattering of fried matchstick potatoes. In modern incarnations, these are generally pre-packaged Potato Stix, fitting as “Sali” means “Sticks” in Gujarati
https://bawibride.com/salli-boti
https://bawibride.com/salli-boti