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 Its use has been largely superseded by deuterated solvents.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.
For instance, pepian is a thick meat and vegetable stew prepared in the highland town of Antigua. Traditional Guatemalan snack foods come in the form of tamales and empanadas. These fried pastries usually consist of corn meal, potatoes and meat.Fresh fruits from the rain forest are also popular as cheap and healthy snack foods.pain's rule over Guatemala lasted from the 1500s to the 1800s, allowing time for the integration of typical Spanish ingredients such as citrus fruits, olive oil and garlic. The modern period following Guatemalan independence has not seen much change in terms of cuisine.