Puzzle 27

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Across
  1. 2. A crisp and slightly sweet root vegetable with a mild flavor, often used in salads, slaws, and various Mexican and Southeast Asian dishes.
  2. 3. A type of Chinese cabbage with tender, white stalks and dark green leaves, commonly used in stir-fries, soups, and other Asian dishes
  3. 4. Sweet and flavorful fruits with a smooth texture and vibrant orange color, often enjoyed fresh, dried, or used in desserts and baked goods.
  4. 6. A large and lean fish known for its mild and sweet flavor, often grilled, baked, or pan-seared and enjoyed in various seafood dishes.
  5. 7. Mollusks with tender, sweet, and delicate meat, often pan-seared, grilled, or used in various seafood dishes.
  6. 9. A fragrant herb with feathery leaves and a pungent, citrusy flavor, commonly used in various cuisines as a garnish, seasoning, or key ingredient.
Down
  1. 1. A bitter and colorful leafy vegetable with red and white leaves, often used in salads, as a grilled side dish, or as a colorful garnish.
  2. 3. Small, leafy green vegetables that resemble miniature cabbages, known for their slightly bitter and nutty flavor, often roasted, steamed, or sautéed.
  3. 5. Creamy and buttery nuts with a rich, slightly sweet flavor, often enjoyed as a snack, in baked goods, or as a topping in various dishes.
  4. 8. A mild-flavored, large white radish with a crisp texture, commonly used in Japanese, Chinese, and other Asian cuisines, often enjoyed raw in salads, pickles, or cooked in various dishes such as soups and stir-fries.