It is sometimes useful as a solvent for infrared spectroscopy â1. Because carbon tetrachloride does not have any hydrogen atoms, it was historically used in proton NMR spectroscopy. However, carbon tetrachloride is toxic, and its dissolving power is low. Its use has been largely superseded by deuterated solvents.
Starchy Staples. Local Anguillan foods, as throughout the world, depend on starchy supporting staples. With much of Anguilla depending on imports in any case, these staples are diverse. Imported rice, often served with pigeon peas, is a favorite, as are yams, breadfruit and sweet potatoes, which may be locally grown. Potatoes are used, but as a secondary starch.
Ecuador Food. Ecuador food tends to be simple but tasty. Most meals in the Andean region consist of meat of some sort, with rice and salad or lentils, or potatoes. On the coast, for obvious reasons, seafood is the most frequent Ecuador dish served up.Seafood and fish often come with patacones (described below), lentils and rice. Food is usually served with a small bowl of âajiâ, which is a chili sauce that you can add to your food.ost meals in the Andean region consist of meat of some sort, with rice and salad or lentils, or potatoes. On the coast, for obvious reasons, seafood is the most frequent Ecuador dish served up. Seafood and fish often come with patacones (described below), lentils and rice.