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Mache
Mache is also known as corn or lamb lettuce. It is often used in European salad dishes or served on the side of a meat dish or on top of a meat dish.
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Mache Properties:
| Food Property | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Sweet | Mache has a mild sweet flavor. |
| Texture | Tenderness | Mache leaves are tender and delicate. |
| Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Mache is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and iron. |
| Fiber | Mache is high in fiber, which is beneficial for digestion. | |
| Color | Natural Pigments | Mache leaves have a vibrant green color due to chlorophyll. |
| Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Mache has a mild, fresh aroma. |
| Chemical Composition | Water Activity (aw) | Mache has a high water content, contributing to its crisp texture. |
| Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Mache cooks quickly and wilts easily when exposed to heat. |
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