Fermented Foods Vocabulary

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

• She is a highly cultured individual, with a deep appreciation for the arts.
• He comes from a cultured family that values education and refinement.
• That new restaurant is so cultured, they serve the most unique dishes.
• Her mind is like a well-cultured garden, filled with knowledge and wisdom.

noun a cucumber that has been preserved in vinegar or brine, often flavored with dill, garlic, or other spices

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• The chef preserved the cucumbers in a brine solution to make pickles.
• I love adding pickles to my sandwiches for some extra crunch.
• Let's grab some burgers and pickles for lunch.
• She found herself in quite a pickle when she realized she forgot her wallet.

noun a type of dairy product, specifically a fermented milk drink similar to yogurt, popular in Eastern Europe and Central Asia

• Kiselo mlyako is a traditional Bulgarian dairy product made from fermented milk.
• I love having kiselo mlyako with honey for breakfast.
• Do you want some kiselo mlyako to cool you down in this hot weather?
• Her personality is like kiselo mlyako - a bit sour at first but refreshing in the end.

noun a type of milk that has been fermented with acidophilus bacteria, known for its probiotic properties

• Acidophilus milk is a type of milk that has been fermented with the bacteria Lactobacillus acidophilus.
• I heard that acidophilus milk is really good for your digestion.
• I'm gonna start drinking that acidophilus milk stuff to keep my gut healthy.
• Adding acidophilus milk to your diet is like giving your gut a little army of good bacteria to fight off the bad guys.