Substances that inhibit oxidation of molecules. Vitamin C and E are examples of antioxidants. In cooking, antioxidants prevent food from turning color or going rancid.

A large, flat bean with a tough skin. They are used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian, and Latin American dishes.

A Portuguese soups containing kale, potatoes, linguica sausage, and olive oil.

A starch extracted from cassava root. Tapioca flour or starch (also called cassava flour) is used as a thickening agent, similar to corn starch. Pearl tapioca (made into small balls) is mainly used to make pudding.