Water

Water

Beverage Good year-round
Used in 20 of 45 cuisines (44%)

Pure and refreshing, water is the unsung hero of the kitchen, essential for hydration, cooking, and baking. Its versatility and neutrality make it a crucial component in nearly every culinary endeavor.

Where it comes from

Water has been a vital resource for human civilization since ancient times, playing a key role in agriculture and cooking across cultures around the globe.

In the kitchen

Used in nearly all cooking and baking processes, water hydrates ingredients, helps dissolve flavors, and creates the ideal environment for chemical reactions to occur.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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0.0gFiber

Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database

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