Culinary Glossary: Letter Y | Cooking Dictionary

Welcome to the Culinary Glossary for the letter Y! Here you will find detailed definitions and explanations of essential kitchen terms and tools that start with the letter Y.

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Y-Peeler

A Y-peeler is a kitchen tool with a Y-shaped handle, used for peeling fruits and vegetables quickly and efficiently.

Yam

Yam is a starchy tuberous root vegetable, commonly used in cooking for its sweet flavor and versatility.

Yeast

Yeast is a microorganism used in baking and brewing to ferment and leaven dough.

Yellow Beans

Yellow beans are a variety of green beans that are yellow in color, often used in salads, stir-fries, and other dishes.

Yellow Squash

Yellow squash is a type of summer squash with a bright yellow skin, commonly used in cooking for its mild flavor and tender texture.

Yogurt Maker

A yogurt maker is a kitchen appliance used to ferment and make homemade yogurt.

Yogurt Strainer

A yogurt strainer is a tool used to strain yogurt, removing excess whey to create thicker yogurt or Greek yogurt.

Yukon Gold Potatoes

Yukon Gold potatoes are a type of potato known for their yellow flesh and creamy texture, often used in cooking and baking.

Yuzu

Yuzu is a citrus fruit used in Japanese cuisine for its tart flavor and aromatic zest.

Yuzu Peeler

A yuzu peeler is a tool used to peel the zest from yuzu fruit, often used in cooking and garnishing.