The Glorious Food Glossary
The Glorious Food Glossary tells you everything important about the world of food. The Food Glosssary is all about different kinds of food from all over the world and how they are prepared and what their main ingredients are.
Moreover, the glossary is all about what people all over the world are eating and drinking and their activities, festivities, marriages, etc that involves food.
This Food Glossary is all about food . . . glorious food. We tell you about the food, some stories about them and we try our best to make photos of them as we travel around the world. As of now, we are featuring extensively foods from Germany, the Philippines and the State of Kerala, India, but we will add more pictures for you to enjoy as we discover the food of the world... as we travel around the globe.
All articles are available through the search function or via the A to Z line at the top of every page.
Meen Porichathu / Fish Fry
Meen Porichathu also commonly called as Fish Fry is one of the popular dishes from Kerala, India which is simply fried fish which is made special by coating or marinating the cleaned fresh pieces of fish in Masala powder , then deep fry in coconut oil until they are crispy.
Coconut oil which is the favored oil for cooking by the Malayalees is the secret of delicious dishes in Kerala, India.
Please enjoy the pictures of Fish Fry made in Allepey, Kerala, India.
Picture below is called Choora Porichatu. Choora Porichathu is the Malayalam term for Tuna Fish Fry
Coating the cleaned whole piece of Tuna with Masala powder first for some time before frying in Coconut oil gives the Keralite Fish Fry its distinct tasty flavor.
Below is one of the special Fish Fry "fit for a Prince". A Karimeen Fry made from fried Pearl Spot. This is a delicious meal of Karimeen Fry served with salad of raw sweet red onions on top. Prince Charles of England ate what I have eaten in Kerala, India after a wonderful and quiet boat tour of the Backwater of Allepey.
Karimeen (Pearl spot fish) fry is a sought after delicacy in Kerala. The Pearl Spot fish is marinated in a mixture of lemon juice, red chillies, and other spices and Masala Powder, too and and deep fried until crisp and golden brown. This is an exotic dish of Karimeen fry cooked Kerala style. The Karimeen fry is a spicy fried fish coated with the delicious and spicy Masala.
Karimeen is the state fish of Kerala and is one of the most important fish species in this state of India
Braising
Deutsch: Schmoren / Español: Estofado / Português: Refogar / Français: Braisage / Italiano: Brasatura
Braising is a cooking method that involves two key steps: searing food at a high temperature and then cooking it slowly in liquid at a lower temperature. This technique is particularly suitable for tougher cuts of meat and hearty vegetables, as the slow cooking process helps to tenderize the ingredients and enhance their flavors.
Southern American cuisine
Deutsch: Südstaatenküche Amerikas / Español: Cocina del sur de Estados Unidos / Português: Culinária do sul dos Estados Unidos / Français: Cuisine du sud des États-Unis / Italiano: Cucina del sud degli Stati Uniti
Southern American cuisine, also known as Southern cuisine or Southern cooking, refers to the traditional culinary practices of the Southern United States. It is characterised by its comforting, hearty dishes, use of local ingredients, and influences from African, Native American, European, and Caribbean cuisines. Southern cuisine is known for dishes such as fried chicken, biscuits, cornbread, collard greens, and Barbecue, which reflect the rich history and cultural diversity of the region.
Red Velvet Cupcake
Deutsch: Red Velvet Cupcake / Español: Cupcake de Terciopelo Rojo / Português: Cupcake de Veludo Vermelho / Français: Cupcake Velours Rouge / Italiano: Cupcake di Velluto Rosso
Red Velvet Cupcake is a classic American dessert known for its distinctive bright red to dark red color and its smooth, velvety texture. This cupcake is typically made with cocoa powder, buttermilk, and vinegar, which react together to bring out the cake's subtle chocolate flavor and tender crumb. The addition of red food coloring—or, in some traditional recipes, beet juice—gives the cake its iconic color. Red Velvet Cupcakes are often topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, creating a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Ginataang Santol at Hipon
Deutsch: Ginataang Santol und Garnelen / Español: Santol y camarones en leche de coco / Português: Santol e camarão em leite de coco / Français: Santol et Crevettes Au lait de coco / Italiano: Santol e gamberi in latte di cocco
Ginataang Santol at Hipon in the food context refers to a traditional Filipino dish that combines santol (cottonfruit) and shrimp cooked in coconut milk. This dish is a unique Blend of flavors, showcasing the sourness of the santol fruit with the sweetness of shrimp, all balanced within the rich, creamy texture of coconut milk. The santol fruit is peeled and grated or finely chopped, then cooked with shrimp, garlic, onion, ginger, and sometimes chili peppers to create a savory, slightly spicy, and aromatic dish.