There are so many amazing foods that start with the letter T, it’s hard to figure out where to even begin!
We could talk about tomatoes and turkey, but those are too easy.
How about tofu? It’s a favorite for vegetarians because it makes a great meat substitute. But there’s also turmeric and tamari – both of which start with “T.” And don’t forget tempeh! It’s one of our favorites because it makes amazing veggie burgers! There’s Thai curry, teriyaki, …and more! What do you think: Ready to go explore?
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List of Foods That Start With T
Triticale
Triticale is a cross between wheat and rye, so it has some characteristics of both. One benefit of triticale is that it can be grown in places where either wheat or rye wouldn’t grow well. It’s also high in fiber and gluten-free, which makes it an ideal food for many people.
Tea
Of course, tea is just that – water boiled with tea leaves or other spices. Some people drink it hot and some cold, but either way, it’s delicious! There are also all sorts of different types of teas like black, green, white, oolong; there’s no end to the possibilities for this ever-popular beverage.
Tiramisu
Tiramisu is a dessert with ladyfingers dipped in a coffee mixture and topped with a creamy filling made with eggs and mascarpone cheese.
Tarragon
People often use tarragon to flavor tomato dishes. It can also be used in egg or cheese dishes as well as salads and with beef.
Tisane
A tisane is simply any herbal tea that doesn’t include the leaves of Yerba mate or Black tea. This means it’s safe for children to drink since they’re not considered to have the same caffeine content as coffee or black tea.
Teriyaki
Teriyaki sauce is a sweetened soy sauce used frequently in Japanese cuisine. This delicious glaze can be put on any protein, from chicken to fish to tofu, but one way you can’t go wrong is by marinating pork ribs in teriyaki sauce before cooking them.
Tangelo
A tangelo is actually just a type of grapefruit that has been hybridized with another citrus fruit to create something that has both the sweet and tart flavors of grapefruit but also the juiciness of oranges. In fact, some people will even use them as a substitute for oranges in cooking!
Turmeric
Turmeric is a spice that’s used by many cultures to flavor and color food. It’s an ingredient in curry powder, which can be used to make curries or other dishes. Turmeric is also frequently used to give mustard a yellow color.
Tamari
Tamari is basically just another name for soy sauce, which is an Asian condiment made by fermenting soybeans with salt and water to create a liquid. The liquid is then strained to create soy sauce, which is used as a flavoring for many different recipes.
Tapioca
Tapioca is an extremely versatile food that comes from the cassava root. It’s starchy and used similarly to potatoes – boiled or baked, mashed or made into flour. Tapioca pudding is delicious because of the tapioca!
Tahini
Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds that can be used to flavor or garnish many different foods. Some common ways to use tahini are as part of hummus dip, baba ghanoush (eggplant spread), or halvah. Some people will even use it as a spread instead of butter!
Tofu
Tofu is a cheese-like substance made from soy milk curdled with a coagulant. You can marinate it to give it a different flavor or eat it by itself. It’s great for vegetarians and vegans since it’s high in protein and contains no cholesterol.
Tabasco
Tabasco is a hot sauce made from tabasco peppers, vinegar and salt. It can be used to add flavor to almost any meal. Tabasco sauce is often paired with Tabbouleh to give it some extra flavor!
Tetrazzini
Tetrazzini is an Italian dish consisting of chicken and spaghetti tossed in creamy parmesan cheese sauce and sprinkled with breadcrumbs on top.
Trout
Trout is a delicious fish that can be baked, broiled or fried and served with any number of different sauces. It has a mild flavor and flaky meat which makes it easy to prepare as well as tasty to eat.
Tamarillo
A tamarillo or tree tomato comes from several species of flowering plants in the family Solanaceae. The fruit looks kind of like an egg because it’s small with a point at one end and red or yellowish-orange in color. People can also use it to make jam, drink juice, etc.
Tamarind
Tamarind (or Indian date) is actually a seed pod that grows on certain trees found in tropical regions across the globe! It tastes really sour and acidic when raw but becomes sweet if dried before eating. Many people like to flavor foods like a chicken with tamarind because it gives a unique, tangy taste.
Tenderloin
The tenderloin cut of beef is quite similar to the porterhouse or T-bone steak, with only a single bone separating two types of meat. The main difference between the three is that the filet has less fat than the other two steaks, making it the most lean option.
Taco
A taco is meat or another filling wrapped up in a tortilla. Tacos are really popular in Mexico, but they’re also found all over the world. Many people love tacos because they can be customized to fit individual tastes, and you can put just about anything inside them.
Tea oil
Tea oil is an essential ingredient in Chinese dishes. It’s made from various types of dried, crushed tea leaves and seeds mixed with salt, vegetable oil, or lard – it’s then heated until the ingredients are very fragrant.
Tabbouleh
This Middle Eastern recipe is made from bulgur, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, mint and parsley. It’s very healthy and great on the side of almost anything you’re eating.
Teaberry
The teaberries are the fruit of a low-growing plant that has white flowers that turn into red berries. The teaberries are related to cranberries but don’t have as sour a taste. They can be used to make juices, jams, pies, fruit punch, and more!
Thyme
Thyme is an herb that comes in many varieties and has a very distinct smell similar to oregano, sage, or mint. It can be used in soups, salads, meats, fish, vegetables dishes, and pretty much anything else you want to add nice flavor too!
Taffy
Taffy is chewy candy made with sugar and flavoring that has been boiled long enough to become sticky. The person making taffy usually pulls it by hand while it gradually hardens into a brittle form. This tasty treat is often flavored with fruits or nuts, though there are other variations too!
Thai Curry
Thai curry is usually yellow in color but comes in many different varieties. Red Thai curries tend to be the spiciest option while others are sweeter depending on how much coconut milk was used.
Tapenade
A tapenade is a spread or dip made with olives, capers, and herbs. It’s usually served with bread, but it can also be used as a side dish or even in pasta dishes.
Tempeh
Tempeh is made by fermenting cooked soybeans with mold spores. This process gives tempeh a chewy texture and a nutty flavor. Tempeh is very good for you, as it’s high in protein, iron, and calcium.
Turkey
Turkey is a large bird that can weigh up to 24 pounds. It’s typically roasted for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner in the United States, but many people enjoy turkey year-round because it tastes great and is lower in fat than typical red meat.
Tuna
Tuna is also known as tunny and it’s a type of saltwater fish. The body of the tuna contains dark red edible meat called “toro” on top of loin and belly yellow tail, back and side meat called “chutoro”.
Tagliatelle
Tagliatelle is one type of pasta, which is basically dough made from flour and water rolled flat or cut into shapes. It’s extremely versatile and comes in many different styles, depending on the region. For example, Germany has spaetzle noodles while Italy is known for its Fettuccine alfredo.
Tart
A tart is typically an open-faced pastry filled with fruit or other vegetables. Tarts are great for breakfast, snacks, appetizers at parties, or desserts! They make great hors d’oeuvres because they aren’t messy like full pies can be, but still delicious like them too! Some modern recipes even substitute the crust of the tart for phyllo dough to take out some of that fat!
Taro
Taro is another plant-based starch food. While it contains more fat than cassava does, taro isn’t typically eaten on its own like cassava flour often is because taro is very starchy. It’s best boiled, steamed, or baked and served alongside a meat dish.
Terrine
A terrine is a pâté made with meat, eggs, and seasonings that are then baked in a mold or pan. It can be served hot or cold, after being garnished with parsley, chives, olives, or capers.
Tomato
The tomato is a tasty, nutritious fruit that has been around since 7500 BC! All tomatoes are grown from the same plant but come in different colors, shapes, and sizes depending on where they’re grown.
Tangerine
Tangerine is a fruit that looks kind of like an orange but may have a slightly different flavor depending on where it grew up. Some people enjoy squeezing the juice from the fruit and using it in recipes while others will eat it raw or add sugar to make a tasty street food called atole de tangerine.
Table spread
Table spread can refer to two different spreads! One is a type of butter that has vegetable oil added to it so it won’t solidify in your fridge or sit out on the table at room temperature. The other is more of a condiment with an olive oil base used as a dip for breads.
Tempura
Tempura is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of seafood and vegetables which are dipped in batter before being deep-fried.
Wrap Up
The list of foods that start with the letter T is a long one. There are so many different types of food from all over the world, it can be hard to keep track!
Now that we’ve covered the letter “T” and all of its delicious foods, It’s time to have a look at some lists like this- perhaps starting with another letter?
