"Smoked" refers to a cooking method where food is exposed to smoke from burning or smoldering materials, typically wood. This technique adds flavor, preserves food, and can enhance its appearance. Commonly smoked foods include meat, fish, and cheese. The smoking process can be done using various methods, such as hot smoking and cold smoking. Hot smoking cooks the food while infusing it with smoke, while cold smoking primarily adds flavor without cooking. This method has been used for centuries in many cultures to preserve food and create unique tastes.