Foods That Start With X

Foods that start with X: A delicious group of foods that start with X to round out all of your list challenge answers and cooking ideas! This list is loaded up with international cuisines, so you are bound to find something new to try out! From fruits to meat and everything in between, here's a bunch of tasty foods that all begin with the letter X!

25 Foods That Start With The Letter X

Wow, I can't believe I am almost at the end of this alphabet challenge! It has definitely been a wild (and delicious) journey!

Today we are walking through the letter x, which was definitely a challenge all by itself. After scouring the internet, I have come across some tasty ingredients, dishes, and foods that all start with this difficult letter. So let's get started!

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• 25 Foods That Start With The Letter X
• 🍉 Fruits & Vegetables That Start With X
• 1. Xavier de Bavay
• 2. Xigua
• 3. Ximenia
• 4. Xinomavro
• 5. Xoconostle
• 6. Xuanina Apples
• 🧂 Condiments, Herbs, & Spices That Start With X
• 7. Xiang Cao Jing
• 8. Xnipec
• 🍽️ Appetizers & Snacks That Start With X
• 9. Xiaolongbao
• 🥩 Meat Dishes That Start With X
• 10. Xacuti
• 11. Xató de Sitges
• 12. Xavier Soup
• 13. Xavier Steak
• 14. Xinjiang-Style Lamb Skewers
• 15. Xinxim de Galinha
• 16. Xiphias
• 17. Xouba
• 🥬 Vegetarian Dishes That Start With X
• 18. Xampinyons En Salsa Mushrooms
• 19. Xató
• 20. Xerem
• 21. Xôi
• 🍰 Desserts That Start With X
• 22. Xmas Pudding
• 23. Xocolatl
• 🍹 Drinks That Start With X
• 24. Xalapa Punch
• 25. Xanthia
• 📖 Recipe Card
• Foods That Start With X: Xmas Pudding (+More Delicious Foods!)
• 💬 Reviews

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🍉 Fruits & Vegetables That Start With X

1. Xavier de Bavay

A Belgium variety of apple that is golden yellow in color. It is ideal for making cider or eating fresh and could be classified as a dessert apple.

2. Xigua

Xigua is the Chinese name for watermelon, a popular fruit that is well-loved all around the world! It is sweet, refreshing, and loaded with juice.

3. Ximenia

A plum-like fruit found in Africa that is golden yellow in color. It has one large seed in the center that is surrounded by juicy green pulp. It is known to be a refreshing fruit that has an acidic taste.

4. Xinomavro

A Greek variety of grapes that is typically used to make wine. It is very popular and can produce a full range of wines from red to white (including rose) and in flavors that are sweet, dry, sparkling, and more.

5. Xoconostle

Xoconostel is the fruit of a cactus found in Mexico that is similar to a prickly pear. It has skin that is pale green, and the flavor is sour, making it a great addition to salsas, sauces, and marinades.

It is used in savory dishes as well as sweeter recipes for jams or jellies. Plus, it is even commonly enjoyed in juices and smoothies!

6. Xuanina Apples

Xuanina apples have a sharp flavor and are most commonly used in making Asturian cider.

🧂 Condiments, Herbs, & Spices That Start With X

7. Xiang Cao Jing

Xian cao jing is the Chinese word for vanilla. More specifically, it refers to vanilla extract, which is commonly used in preparing baked goods such as cookies and cakes!

8. Xnipec

A spicy sauce in the Yucatan peninsula that is made up of purple onion, habanero pepper, bitter orange juice, and salt. It's a tasty condiment that definitely packs some heat!

🍽️ Appetizers & Snacks That Start With X

9. Xiaolongbao

A type of Chinese steamed bun that is prepared in a small bamboo steaming basket called a xiao long. They are traditionally filled with pork, but you may also find them with fillings such as other meats, shrimp, crab, and vegetarian options.

🥩 Meat Dishes That Start With X

10. Xacuti

Xacuti is an Indian curry usually made with chicken, lamb, or beef. It is made with freshly roasted spices, coconut, red chilis, and poppy seeds and is packed with tons of spicy flavor.

11. Xató de Sitges

A variation of the Xató salad (mentioned below), specific to the coastal town of Sitges in Catalonia, Spain. This version of the salad includes ingredients like salted cod, tuna, anchovies, olives, and capers, in addition to the escarole and Xató sauce.

12. Xavier Soup

Italian dumpling soup made with chicken stock that is traditionally served on the feast day of St. Francis Xavier. It consists of Parmesan and parsley dumplings in a clear broth and can be made with or without chicken.

13. Xavier Steak

A tasty dish that consists of steak topped with asparagus and Swiss cheese. It can be made with any cut of boneless steaks, such as scotch or ribeye.

14. Xinjiang-Style Lamb Skewers

These skewers are a popular street food in China (particularly in the Xinjiang region). They are made with marinated lamb that is grilled on skewers and seasoned with cumin and chili powder.

15. Xinxim de Galinha

A Brazilian dish particularly popular in the Bahia region. It consists of chicken (and sometimes prawns) cooked in a sauce made with ground peanuts, cashews, and palm oil, along with various spices, vegetables, and ground-up dried shrimp.

16. Xiphias

Xiphias is the Greek word for swordfish. It is a moist, slightly sweet, and mild-tasting white fish that can be cooked in a variety of different ways, making them a great option for people who are new to eating fish and don't want a strong flavor. In stores, you'll almost always find it sold in steaks.

17. Xouba

Xouba is a type of small sardine fish found near Spain. They are incredibly similar to sardines that you commonly find in tins at the supermarket.

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🥬 Vegetarian Dishes That Start With X

18. Xampinyons En Salsa Mushrooms

Spanish tapas dish using wild foraged mushrooms in a rich sauce. In fact, the name itself translates to mushrooms in the sauce! The sauce itself is tomato-based, making it a fantastic vegetarian option.

19. Xató

A Catalan salad made with escarole, a type of endive that is typically served with a special sauce called Xató sauce. The sauce contains almonds, hazelnuts, bread, garlic, olive oil, and a type of dried red pepper called ñora.

20. Xerem

A Brazilian dish originating from the northeastern part of the country, particularly in the state of Ceará. It is a cornmeal-based thick soup or porridge, similar to polenta, and is typically served with various accompaniments such as meat, vegetables, or beans.

21. Xôi

A type of sticky rice popular in Vietnam that can be either sweet or savory. It is commonly enjoyed as breakfast or dessert but is also served as lunch or dinner!

This glutinous rice is a staple dish in many Asian households!

🍰 Desserts That Start With X

22. Xmas Pudding

Xmas pudding (or Christmas pudding) is a British dessert typically made with dried fruit, suet, spices, and sometimes alcohol. This dried-fruit pudding is dark, sticky, and is more resemblant to a fruitcake rather than the American version of pudding.

Check out the recipe at the bottom of this post!

23. Xocolatl

Xocolatl is both the Mayan and Aztec word for chocolate. The name itself was actually derived from a spiced, somewhat bitter chocolate drink that was enjoyed by both the Aztecs and the Mayans.

Over time, the term xocolatl eventually evolved into the word "chocolate" that we now use today.

🍹 Drinks That Start With X

24. Xalapa Punch

A cocktail mixed with rum, brandy, and red wine that is highlighted with both black tea and heated orange rinds.

25. Xanthia

Xanthia is a cocktail made with gin, brandy, chartreuse, and sometimes bitters. The mixture is stirred with ice and then strained into a glass.

Now that you know all of these tasty foods beginning with the letter X, which one are you wanting to try out first? Leave a comment down below and let me know what you think!

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