In this article, I am going to tell you about all the foods that start with X and all their benefits. And if you think I have missed some foods, you can mention them in the comments and I’ll look up to it.
Obviously, there are not many foods with the letter X and not many fruits or veggies either (You can check our blogs on that topic). But I did my homework and gathered a bunch of foods that start with X for you to get familiar with.
Foods that start with X
1. Xylocarpus granatum
These fruits are globular and large (10-25cm in diameter) like a cannonball or bowling ball, brown with corky seeds. There are usually 8-10 seeds in a single fruit, although 20 seeds have been recorded. The fruits develop rapidly, usually only one fruit per inflorescence. The ripe fruit can weigh 2-3kgs!
2. Ximenia
Ximenia fruits are edible and have a sour apple flavor and plum aroma. Inside, the fruit contains one seed – the kernel. Ximenia kernels contain 60-70% non-drying oil, which is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids. It is composed of several long-chain fatty acids as well as Ximenynic acid, which has been shown to help improve blood circulation.
3. Xihongshi
A homemade Chinese dish common throughout China is simple and healthy. According to traditional Chinese medicine, this soup has a cosmetic effect, making the skin firm and shiny. Although easy to prepare, this Chinese soup is delicious, flavorful, and nutritious.
4. Xiaolongbao
Tender hot steamed dumplings made of thin, slightly sticky rice dough with meat fillings, rich spices, and broth, plus three sauces to choose from. Delicious and unexpectedly satisfying.
5. Xavier’s soup
Another dish among the foods that start with X is Xavier’s soup. Xavier soup is an Italian soup made from chicken broth. Usually (traditionally) served on the feast of St. Francis Xavier at the beginning of December each year.
6. Xanthan gum
Xanthan gum is obtained from the fermentation of corn sugar and is necessary for the emulsification, stabilization, and thickening of food products. You can also use xanthan gum instead of gluten to add bulk to gluten-free meals.
7. Xinomavro Grapes
If you know how different grape varieties are used to make wine, you can add that to your list. The Xinomavro grape, native to Macedonia, is one of the many grape varieties. from grapes used in the production of wines.
8. Xouba
Found off the coast of Spain, these sardine-like fish are usually caught and drenched in oil, and then used in many different European dishes. Xouba can also be eaten as an adult fish but is much more tender when young.
9. Xnipec
This one is quite popular, but if you didn’t know, Xnipec is a type of salsa that can be found in Mexico. The main ingredients required to make this dish are tomatoes, onions, and habanero peppers.
10. Xoi
Xoi is the word used for sticky rice in Vietnam. They are very popular and is often eaten for breakfast. Moreover, they could be eaten with many different dishes. For example, you can eat Xoi with peanuts and sesame seeds, black beans, chicken, and an egg.
11. Xidufen
Chinese soup popular in Yunnan is a vegetable soup that includes peas, garlic, ginger, coriander, Sichuan pepper oil, green onions, and dried chili flakes.
12. Xi Gua Lao
Xi Gua Lao is a watermelon-based jelly dessert that tastes so good and healthy. This is another of the many products that start with an X.
13. Xoconostle
Another fruit xoconostle is the fruit of one of the Central Mexican species of prickly pear cactus. Very sour and rarely consumed by itself, it lends a citrusy flavor to many salsas and sauces.
14. Xocolatl
Original hot chocolate, modern xocolatl, also known as Mexican hot chocolate, is a strong, spicy version of the milky-sweet hot cocoa we know in the U.S. It is a rich chocolate drink, only slightly sweet, flavored with chili or cinnamon.
15. Xingren donfu
One of several names for a very popular Chinese dessert based on almond or apricot milk, sweetened with sugar and thickened with agar or gelatin.
16. Xia Mi
“Rice prawns” (named for their tiny size, not because they contain rice). This is the Chinese word for an ingredient popular in much of Asia and South America: small dehydrated shrimp. They are used to add a savory umami flavor to many dishes, sometimes used as a condiment rather than the main ingredient. Bonus Points: They are used in XO sauce; A spicy, savory seafood-based sauce made in Hong Kong.
17. Xacuti
This curry, popular in Goa, India, is mainly based on coconut, chili, spices, and white poppy seeds, and usually contains lamb or chicken. It is related to the Portuguese dish known as chacuti.
18. Xavier steak
This is a recipe for a regular steak topped with a flavorful row of cooked asparagus stalks and topped with melted Swiss cheese. It may be named after a person or place named Xavier, or after Saint Francis Xavier, the origin of this place is a little unclear.
19. Xampinyons en Salsa
This classic Spanish tapas dish translates to “mushrooms in sauce”. To prepare champignons with salsa sauce, wild mushrooms are prepared with a lot of garlic, sherry, and herbs. Tasty!
20. XO sauce
XO Sauce is a hot seafood sauce made in Hong Kong that is a mixture of dried scallops, chilli peppers, ham, and fried garlic. Its unique taste has made it a staple food in many regions of China.
Conclusion
Maybe you didn’t know you wanted a list of foods that start with X, but one day it will come in handy. We’ve also finished posting about fruits that start with X and vegetables that start with X, so be sure to check it out.
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