Glossary of Food and Cooking Terms - K

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Kabsa
Classic Arabian dish of meat mixed with rice

Kaffir Lime
A small, round, gnarled variety of lime indigenous to Southeast Asia-known as limau perut in Malaysia and makrut in Thailand.

Kalamata Olive
Almond-shaped Greek olive that ranges in length from 12 to 1 inch in length. It is a dark eggplant color and a rich, fruity flavor.

Kebab / Kabobo
Marinated meat that is skewered and grilled.

Knead
To press and fold dough in order to give it a smoother consistency needed for leavening.