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Looking for information on produce, drinks, or other things on your grocery shopping list? Instacart’s new grocery guides explore everything from how to identify the freshest fruit to how to cut and store your favorite vegetable. Explore tips & tricks on the easiest way to cook quinoa to how to preserve nutrients in your fresh produce. Why? Here at Instacart , we believe that the...
Aug 26, 2021
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What is arugula? Arugula is a cruciferous vegetable, distinguished from many similar vegetables by its green, serrated leaves. It's dense in nutrients, rich in flavor, and perhaps most closely associated with Italian cuisine. Known as...
Feb 25, 2022
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What is arrowroot? Arrowroot is a starchy root vegetable similar to taro, yams, cassava, or sweet potatoes. The arrowroot is native to Central America, South America, and the West Indies, but is grown in tropical...
Feb 25, 2022
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While California is largely known for its sandy beaches, gorgeous vineyards, and glittering Hollywood lifestyle, most people may not know that California—particularly Anaheim, California—is known for its anaheim peppers. What are anaheim peppers? Thanks to...
Feb 25, 2022
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Where did chili sauces originate from? Different cuisines from all over the world have chili sauces in their repertoires. Here are some examples. Thailand: Sweet chili sauce Indonesia: Sambal-oelek Korea: Gochujang Lybia: Pipelchuma Maghreb: Harissa...
Feb 23, 2022
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What is guavasteen? Guavasteen is an unusual fruit native to South America. It's known by many other names, including feijoa, pineapple guava, fig guava, and Brazilian guava. Despite what the name might suggest, guavasteen and...
Feb 15, 2022
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What is miso paste? Miso paste is a wonderfully versatile ingredient that lends a rich umami flavor to recipes. It is a paste made from fermented soy. Where did miso paste originate from? Miso was...
Feb 14, 2022
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What are alfalfa sprouts? Alfalfa sprouts are a member of the pea family, distinguished by their long, slim stems, which end in small clusters of tiny green leaves. They're derived from seeds harvested from a...
Feb 10, 2022
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What is acorn squash? Acorn squash is a thick-skinned member of the squash family. It takes its name from the fruit of the oak tree, and the two look similar in terms of shape, if...
Feb 10, 2022
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What are cherry peppers? Chances are, you have encountered cherry peppers as a pickled condiment to dress salads, cheese boards, and salads. The fresh variety can also be chopped up and used on items like...
Feb 10, 2022
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