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So it turns out coming up with 100 foods that start with letter E is no easy feat, and I had to stretch my imagination … or at least your good will… a little bit to make it happen (Please forgive all the egg dishes). Never the less I hope it will inspire you with some fun food to talk about when learning about letter E, and hopefully something to snack on too.
Continue my ABC Foods Series, here is my 100 Food that start with letter E!
I’ve got the full 100 item list first, but after that I’ve sorted the foods into types and if you want you can just pop to those sections. The types are:
If you get to the end of the page and have ideas about more food that could be added, please drop me a comment, I’d love to include them 🙂
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List of 100 Foods That Start With Letter E
- Earl Gray Cookies: Cookies flavored with Earl Gray tea, often containing a hint of citrusy bergamot flavor.
- Earl Gray Tea: A type of black tea flavored with oil from the bergamot orange, known for its distinct floral and citrusy aroma.
- Earth Nut (More commonly called a Peanut): A legume that grows underground, often referred to as a peanut and commonly used for making various snacks and peanut butter.
- Easter Bunny Chocolate: Chocolate in the shape of a bunny, commonly associated with Easter festivities.
- Easter Candy: Various types of candies and chocolates traditionally enjoyed during the Easter holiday.
- Easter Eggs: Decorated eggs, often made of chocolate or plastic, hidden for children to find during Easter egg hunts.
- Easter Pie: A pie typically made with rich ingredients such as cheese, eggs, and various sweet or savory fillings, often enjoyed during Easter.
- Easy Cheese: A processed cheese product in a can, known for its spreadable consistency and often used on crackers or sandwiches.
- Easy Mac (Brand): A brand of instant macaroni and cheese, known for its convenience and ease of preparation.
- Eccles Cake: A traditional British pastry filled with currants or raisins, often served with tea.
- Eckrich Sausage (Brand): A brand of sausages known for its wide variety of flavors and high-quality ingredients.
- Eclair: A French pastry made with choux dough filled with cream or custard and topped with chocolate icing.
- Eclipse Gum: A brand of sugar-free chewing gum known for its strong and long-lasting minty flavor.
- Edam (Cheese): A semi-hard cheese originating from the Netherlands, known for its mild and slightly salty taste.
- Edamame: Young soybeans still in their pods, often boiled or steamed and served as a healthy snack or appetizer.
- Edamame Hummus: A variation of hummus made with edamame beans, creating a unique flavor and vibrant green color.
- Edible Cookie Dough: A safe-to-eat version of cookie dough made without raw eggs or flour, often enjoyed as a sweet treat by itself or used as a topping.
- Edible Flowers (artichoke, broccoli, pumpkin flower, dandelions, daylily): Various flowers that can be consumed as part of a dish or used as garnishes, adding color and mild flavors.
- Edible Fungi: Mushrooms and other fungi that are safe to consume and commonly used in cooking.
- Edible Ink Printing: The process of using edible ink to print designs or images onto food items, often used for cake decorations or personalized treats.
- Edible Paper: Thin, edible sheets made from starches or sugars, used for various decorative purposes in baking or confectionery.
- Edwards Pies (Brand): A brand known for its assortment of high-quality pies, ranging from fruit pies to cream pies.
- Eel (Sushi): A type of fish commonly used in Japanese cuisine, often found in sushi rolls.
- Eelgrass: A type of underwater plant that provides shelter and food for various marine creatures.
- Egg Drop Soup: A Chinese soup made by gently pouring beaten eggs into hot, seasoned chicken or vegetable broth.
- Egg Foo Young: A Chinese dish made with beaten eggs and various ingredients such as meat, seafood, and vegetables, often served with a savory gravy.
- Egg Fruit: A tropical fruit with a custard-like texture and flavor reminiscent of egg custard.
- Egg in a Basket (Toast Meal): A breakfast dish made by cutting a hole in a slice of bread, cracking an egg into it, and then frying it on a stovetop.
- Egg Noodles: Thin, ribbon-like pasta made with eggs, often used in pasta dishes or soups.
- Egg Rolls: Fried rolled pastries filled with a mixture of vegetables, meat, and sometimes noodles, commonly served as appetizers or snacks in Chinese cuisine.
- Egg Salad: A dish made with chopped hard-boiled eggs mixed with mayonnaise and other seasonings, often used as a sandwich filling or topping.
- Egg Salad Sandwich: A sandwich filled with egg salad, typically made with sliced bread.
- Egg salad wrap: A wrap or tortilla filled with egg salad, typically made with lettuce or other vegetables.
- Egg Tart: A small pastry consisting of a pastry shell filled with a sweet custard-like mixture, often served as a dessert.
- Egg Tong Sui (Sweeter Version of Egg Drop Soup): A sweet Chinese dessert soup made with eggs, similar to a custard.
- Egg white omelette: An omelette made using only the egg whites, often considered a healthier alternative to traditional omelettes.
- Eggies (Dessert): A dessert made with eggs, usually sweet and custard-like in texture.
- Eggnog: A thick and creamy beverage made with eggs, milk, sugar, and spices, often consumed during the holiday season.
- Eggo waffles: Pre-made frozen waffles that can be toasted and served as a quick breakfast option.
- Eggplant: A purple vegetable with a skin that can be eaten and creamy flesh, commonly used in various cuisines.
- Eggplant Parmesan (Italian Dinner Dish): A classic Italian dish made with fried or baked eggplant slices layered with tomato sauce, cheese, and herbs.
- Eggplant Rollatini (Italian Dinner Dish): A dish where eggplant slices are filled with a cheese or meat filling, rolled up, and baked with tomato sauce.
- Eggs: Commonly referred to chicken eggs, they are a versatile ingredient used in various recipes, from breakfast dishes to baked goods.
- Eggs (Basted): Eggs cooked by cracking them into a hot pan with a small amount of fat, then continuously spooning the hot fat over the eggs until the whites are set and the yolks remain runny.
- Eggs (Benedict): A classic breakfast dish consisting of poached eggs served on a toasted English muffin topped with ham or bacon and hollandaise sauce.
- Eggs (Boiled): Eggs that have been cooked in boiling water until the whites and yolks have solidified to the desired consistency.
- Eggs (Cadbury) (Candy): Chocolate eggs made by the Cadbury brand, often filled with various sweet fillings such as cream or caramel.
- Eggs (Coddled): Eggs that have been very lightly cooked in their shell by partially immersing them in simmering water or another heat source.
- Eggs (Creamed on Toast): Scrambled eggs that have been cooked until creamy and spread on top of a piece of toast.
- Eggs (Florentine): A dish where poached eggs are served on a bed of spinach, often topped with hollandaise sauce.
- Eggs (Fried): Eggs cooked by cracking them into a hot pan with fat or oil and cooking until the whites are set and the yolks can be cooked to desired consistency.
- Eggs (Pickled): Hard-boiled eggs that have been soaked in a solution of vinegar, salt, and other seasonings to give them a tangy flavor.
- Eggs (Poached): Eggs cooked by gently simmering them in water without their shells until the whites are set and the yolks remain liquid.
- Eggs (Scrambled): Eggs beaten together and cooked over low heat, constantly stirred until the mixture solidifies into soft curds.
- Eggs (Smoked): Eggs that have been smoked to add a smoky flavor, often used in salads or as a topping.
- Eggs Curry: Dish where eggs are cooked in a spicy and flavorful sauce often with the addition of various spices and ingredients.
- Eggs Custard: A sweet dessert made with eggs, milk, and sugar, cooked until set into a custard-like consistency.
- Eggs Gummy (Usually Fried Egg Looking): Gummy candy in the shape of a fried egg, commonly found in candy assortments.
- Ekstrom Soup: A type of soup made from Ekstrom brand instant soup mixes, usually with a variety of flavors available.
- El Bubble (USA Candy Brand): A brand that produces various bubble gum and candy products in the United States.
- Elbow macaroni: Small, curved pasta tubes, often used in dishes like macaroni and cheese or pasta salads.
- Elderberries: The dark purple berries of the elder tree, often used in jams, syrups, and baked goods.
- Elderberry Syrup: A sweet and tangy syrup made from elderberries, believed to have medicinal properties and commonly used as a natural cold and flu remedy.
- Elderflower syrup: A sweet syrup infused with the fragrant flowers of the elder tree, often used in cocktails and dessert recipes.
- Election Cake: A traditional American cake made with yeast, dried fruit, and spices, historically baked to celebrate elections.
- Elephant ear plant (vegetable): A tropical plant with large leaves resembling elephant ears, often used in cooking as a vegetable.
- Elephant Ears (Pastries): Fried pastry dough shaped like an elephant’s ear, typically coated in cinnamon sugar.
- Elephant Garlic: A type of garlic with large cloves, milder in flavor compared to regular garlic.
- Elephant Yam: A starchy root vegetable with a rough exterior and pale yellow flesh, commonly used in Asian cuisines.
- Elk: A large species of deer, commonly hunted for its meat, which is lean and flavorful.
- Elote (Mexican street corn): Grilled or roasted corn on the cob that is typically slathered with mayonnaise, cheese, and spices.
- Emblic (or Indian Gooseberry): A small, tart fruit native to India that is rich in vitamin C and commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine.
- Embutido (Spiced Meatloaf): A Filipino dish made with ground meat (usually pork), mixed with various vegetables, raisins, and spices, then wrapped and steamed or baked.
- Emergen-C (Vitamin Drink): A brand of effervescent powdered drink mix that contains high levels of vitamin C, electrolytes, and other nutrients, often used to boost immunity and prevent colds.
- Emmental cheese: A pale yellow Swiss cheese with large holes and a mild, nutty flavor, commonly used for melting in dishes like fondue.
- Emmenthaler (Kind of Swiss Cheese): Another name for Emmental cheese, a type of Swiss cheese.
- Empanadas: Crispy or flaky pastries filled with various ingredients, such as meat, cheese, vegetables, or fruit, and commonly found in Latin American cuisine.
- Emperor Grapes: A variety of large, dark-purple grapes known for their exceptionally sweet and juicy flavor.
- Empire Apples: A type of apple that is crisp, slightly tart, and has a bright red skin with creamy white flesh.
- Emu: A flightless bird native to Australia, resembling a smaller version of an ostrich, often hunted for its lean meat and used in Aboriginal cuisine.
- Emu Apple: A round, green fruit native to Australia that has a sweet and tangy flavor, often used in jams, sauces, and desserts.
- Emu Eggs: Large, dark green eggs laid by emus, commonly consumed as food, with a flavor and texture similar to chicken eggs.
- Emu jerky: Dried and seasoned strips of emu meat, similar to beef or turkey jerky, often eaten as a snack.
- Enchilada casserole: A layered dish made with tortillas, meat (such as chicken or beef), cheese, and enchilada sauce, baked until bubbly and served as a casserole.
- Enchilada sauce: A savory, spicy sauce made from chili peppers, tomatoes, and various seasonings, used in Mexican cuisine for enchiladas and other dishes.
- Enchiladas: Corn tortillas filled with meat, cheese, beans, or vegetables, rolled up, covered in sauce, and baked until melted and flavorful.
- Endive: A leafy vegetable with a crisp texture and slightly bitter taste, often used in salads or as a garnish.
- Energy Bars: Nutrient-dense bars typically made with a combination of grains, nuts, fruits, and sweeteners, designed to provide a quick source of energy.
- Energy Drink (Red Bull, Monster, etc.): A carbonated beverage containing caffeine, vitamins, and other stimulants, intended to boost energy levels and enhance focus.
- English breakfast tea: A strong, black tea blend typically served in British breakfasts, known for its robust flavor and higher caffeine content.
- English Cucumber: A long, slender cucumber with thin skin and minimal seeds, often used in salads and sandwiches.
- English Muffin: A round, flat bread roll that is split and toasted, commonly eaten as a breakfast item and a base for sandwiches.
- English Peas: Sweet, tender peas that are typically cooked and eaten as a side dish or added to soups, stews, and salads.
- English Sole (Fish): A type of flatfish found in British waters, known for its delicate flavor and flaky texture.
- English Toffee: A type of crunchy toffee candy that is often covered in chocolate and sprinkled with nuts.
- English toffee ice cream: A frozen dessert flavored with small chunks or ribbons of English toffee, providing a rich and sweet taste.
- English Trifle: A traditional British dessert consisting of layers of sponge cake, fruit, custard, and whipped cream, often served in a glass bowl.
- English Walnuts: A type of walnut with a hard shell and a mild, slightly sweet taste, commonly eaten as a snack or used in baking.
- Enoki mushrooms: Delicate, long-stemmed mushrooms with small, white caps, commonly used in Asian cuisine, often added to soups, salads, or stir-fries.
- Ensaimada (Dessert): A sweet pastry originating from the Philippines, made with a coiled, buttery dough topped with sugar and sometimes stuffed with various fillings.
- Ensure (Vitamin Drink): A brand of nutritional supplement drinks designed to provide essential vitamins, minerals, and calories for those with dietary restrictions or specific medical needs.
- Epazote (Mexican herb): A herb commonly used in Mexican cuisine, known for its strong, pungent flavor and distinct aroma.
- Epic Sweets (Candy Brand): A brand of candies known for their unique and extraordinary flavors and textures.
- Epsom Salt: A type of salt, composed of magnesium and sulfate, often used in bath salts for its supposed therapeutic properties.
- Erbazzone (Savory Pie): A traditional Italian savory pie, typically filled with spinach, ricotta cheese, and often other vegetables or meats.
- Escargot: A dish made from cooked land snails, considered a delicacy in French cuisine.
- Escarole (Lettuce): A type of leafy green lettuce, characterized by its broad leaves and slightly bitter taste.
- Escarole and bean soup: A hearty soup made with escarole, beans, and various other ingredients such as vegetables, herbs, and sometimes meat.
- Espresso: A concentrated coffee beverage made by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee beans, resulting in a strong and flavorful drink.
- Espresso brownies: Brownies that incorporate espresso or strong coffee into the batter, adding a rich and intense flavor.
- Espresso Cake: A cake that incorporates espresso or strong coffee into the batter, frosting, or both, resulting in a dessert with a distinct coffee taste.
- Essene bread: A type of sprouted whole grain bread, typically made from wheat berries or other grains, often associated with health-conscious or alternative diets.
- Essential Oils: Highly concentrated liquids obtained from plants, typically used in aromatherapy, skincare, or for their therapeutic properties.
- Eton mess (dessert): A traditional British dessert consisting of a mixture of crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh berries.
- Eucalyptus honey: A type of honey produced by bees that collect nectar from eucalyptus flowers, resulting in a distinctive flavor and aroma.
- European Cantaloupe: A variety of cantaloupe melon commonly found in Europe, known for its sweet and juicy flesh.
- Evaporated cane juice: A natural sweetener made by evaporating the juice extracted from sugarcane, often used as an alternative to refined white sugar.
- Evaporated Milk: Milk from which about 60% of the water content has been removed through evaporation, resulting in a thick and creamy texture.
- Evergreen Mints: A type of mint candy that has a refreshing flavor reminiscent of pine or evergreen trees.
- Everlasting Gobstopper: A type of candy that lasts a long time, designed to be slowly dissolved in the mouth while changing colors and flavors.
- Everything Bagel: A type of bagel that is topped with a combination of various seeds and seasonings, such as poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic, onion, and salt, creating a flavorful crust.
- Evian Water (Brand): A popular brand of mineral water sourced from the French Alps, known for its purity and mineral content.
- Extra creamy peanut butter: Peanut butter that has a higher fat content, resulting in a creamier and smoother texture.
- Extra Gum (Brand): A brand of chewing gum known for its long-lasting flavor and variety of flavors available.
- Extra Mints (Brand): A brand of mint candies that provides extra strong, long-lasting freshness and flavor.
- Extra Sharp Cheese: A type of cheese aged for a longer period, resulting in a strong, tangy, and robust flavor.
- Extra spicy salsa: Salsa that is made with additional spicy ingredients or features a higher concentration of chili peppers, resulting in a fiery and intense taste.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: The highest quality and least processed form of olive oil, extracted mechanically from olives, known for its rich flavor and health benefits.
- Extracts (Vanilla Bean, Coffee, Almond, etc.): Concentrated flavorings derived from natural sources, commonly used in baking and cooking to add specific flavors such as vanilla, coffee, almond, etc.
- Eye of Round Roast: A cut of beef from the hind leg, known for its lean and tender meat, often used for roasting.
- Eyeball Gummy: A gummy candy shaped like an eyeball, often found during Halloween or other spooky-themed occasions.
- Eyeball Sprinkle: An edible sprinkle or decoration shaped like an eyeball, often used to decorate cupcakes, cakes, or other desserts for a fun and whimsical touch.
- Eyre Peninsula King George Whiting (type of fish): A type of fish found in the Eyre Peninsula region of Australia, known for its delicate and sweet flavor.
Fruits and Vegetables That Start With Letter E (and a few nuts)
Earth Nut (More commonly called a Peanut)- Edamame
- Edible Fungi
- Egg Fruit
- Eggplant
- Elderberries
- Elephant Yam
- Emblic (or Indian Gooseberry)
- Emperor Grapes
- Empire Apples
- English Cucumber
- English Peas
- English Walnuts
- Escarole (Lettuce)
- European Cantaloupe
Sweets And Treats That Start With Letter E
- Earl Gray Cookies
- Easter Bunny Chocolate
- Easter Candy
- Easter Eggs
- Easter Pie
- Easy Cheese
- Eccles Cake
- Eclair
- Eclipse Gum
- Edible Cookie Dough
- Edwards Pies (Brand)
- Egg Tart
- Eggies (Dessert)
- Eggs (Cadbury) (Candy)
- Eggs Custard
- Eggs Gummy (Usually Fried Egg Looking)
- El Bubble (USA Candy Brand)
- Elephant Ears (Pastries)
- English Toffee
- English Trifle
- Ensaimada (Dessert)
- Epic Sweets (Candy Brand)
- Espresso Cake
- Evergreen Mints
- Everlasting Gobstopper
- Extra Gum (Brand)
- Extra Mints (Brand)
- Eyeball Gummy
- Eyeball Sprinkle
Meals and Snacks that Start with Letter E
Easter Pie- Easy Cheese
- Easy Mac (Brand)
- Eckrich Sausage (Brand)
- Edam (Cheese)
- Edamame Hummus
- Eel (Sushi)
- Egg Drop Soup
- Egg Foo Young
- Egg Noodles
- Egg Salad
- Egg Salad Sandwich
- Egg Tong Sui (Sweeter Version of Egg Drop Soup)
- Egg in a Basket (Toast Meal)
- Eggo waffles
- Eggplant Parmesan (Italian Dinner Dish)
- Eggplant Rollatini (Italian Dinner Dish)
- Egg Rolls
- Eggs
- Eggs (Basted)
- Eggs (Benedict)
- Eggs (Boiled)
- Eggs (Coddled)
- Eggs (Creamed on Toast)
- Eggs (Florentine)
- Eggs (Fried)
- Eggs (Pickled)
- Eggs (Poached)
- Eggs (Scrambled)
- Eggs (Smoked)
- Eggs (Curry)
- Ekstrom Soup
- Elk
- Embutido (Spiced Meatloaf)
- Emmenthaler (Kind of Swiss Cheese)
- Empanadas
- Emu
- Emu Eggs
- Enchiladas
- Energy Bars
- English Muffin
- English Sole (Fish)
- Ensure (Vitamin Drink)
- Erbazzone (Savory Pie)
- Escargot
- Everything Bagel
- Eye of Round Roast
Food Brand Names That Start With Letter E
- Earl Gray Cookies
- Earl Gray Tea
- Easy Cheese
- Easy Mac (Brand)
- Eckrich Sausage (Brand)
- Eclipse Gum
- Edwards Pies (Brand)
- Eggo waffles
- Eggs (Cadbury) (Candy)
- El Bubble (USA Candy Brand)
- Emergen-c (vitamin Drink)
- Ensure (Vitamin Drink)
- Epic Sweets (Candy Brand)
- Everlasting Gobstopper
- Evian Water (Brand)
- Extra Gum (Brand)
- Extra Mints (Brand)
Can you think of any other letter “E” foods? If so please comment and let me know, I’d love to get them added to the list.
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