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Thakkali Mezhukkupuratti is one of the simple dish from Kerala which is a tomato stir-fry, made from slices of fresh and tender tomatoes cooked with slices of red onions, green chili (Koda Mulaku) and spices such as Kadugu (black mustard seeds) and the Curry Leaves.
Thakkali is the Malayalam word for Tomato
Mezukkupuratti refers to stir-fry dishes/foods in Kerala. Mezhukkupuratti is a curry made up of stir-fried vegetables. It is best served with rice and curd or any chutney.
This is one of the super delicious dishes which my family friend in Allepey in Kerala, India cooks when budget for meat and other vegetables are already not enough. Tomatoes are cheap and yet she can make it a tasty dish for her family.
Thenga Chammanthi is Coconut Chutney and also refers to one of the many kinds of Chutneys in Kerala which is made from fresh grated Thenga (Coconut meat) grinded with other ingredients, such as Inji (ginger), Tamarind, Chumannulli (shallots/pearl onions), Kanthari Mulaku (bird’s eye chillies), salt until it turns into a paste, then Kadugu (black mustard seeds) and Curry leaves are added.
Thenga Chammanthi is often served with with Idli, Chappati/Roti and Dosa in Kerala.
Here is my "adopted Mom" in Allepey, Kerala, India grinding Thenga and spices in the traditional grinders used to make Chammathi called Ammikallu (Please see related article on Ammikallu)
Below are pictures of Thenga Chammanthi served with Dosa and Chappati
Thenga Chammanthi after its formed into a ball
Thenga Unda refers to coconut ball fritters from Kerala, India. It is made from freshly grated coconut, mixed with jaggery, ghee and cardamom powder then form into balls then deep-fried in Coconut Oil until golden brown.
I really do not know if Thenga Unda is traditionally a Keralan teatime snacks, but this was was bought by my friend in a Chaya Kada (Teashop) in Allepey, a district of Kerala.
Thenga and Unda , is the Malayalam words for Coconut and Balls, respectively.
Deutsch: Laden / Español: Tienda / Português: Loja / Français: Magasin / Italiano: Negozio
In the food context, Tindahan refers to a small store or shop in the Philippines that sells a variety of food items alongside other everyday necessities. These can range from small, family-run corner shops to slightly larger grocery outlets. In many Filipino communities, the tindahan is a crucial source of daily essentials, offering everything from fresh produce, snacks, and canned goods to beverages and household items.
"Tinapay (Korteng Pagong)" in the food context directly translates to "bread (shaped like a turtle)" in Filipino. This description suggests a type of bread that is crafted or shaped to resemble a turtle, which might be a creative presentation rather than a specific type of bread.
Deutsch: Geräucherter Tamban / Español: Tamban Ahumado / Português: Tamban Defumado / Français: Tamban Fumé / Italiano: Tamban Affumicato
Tinapang Tamban refers to smoked Tamban, a type of small sardine-like fish that is widely consumed in the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia. The process of smoking these fish not only preserves them but also imparts a distinctive smoky flavor that enhances their natural taste. Tinapang Tamban is a popular ingredient in Filipino cuisine, known for its versatility and can be enjoyed as a standalone dish or used to add depth of flavor to other dishes.
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