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
Almuerzo
Deutsch: Mittagessen / Español: almuerzo / Português: almoço / Français: déjeuner / Italiano: pranzo
The term almuerzo refers to a midday meal deeply rooted in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in Spain and Latin America. It is more than just a meal—it embodies social, cultural, and nutritional significance, often serving as the largest and most important meal of the day. The timing, composition, and traditions surrounding almuerzo vary by region but consistently reflect local culinary practices and daily rhythms.
Spice plant
Deutsch: Gewürzpflanze / Español: Planta aromática / Português: Planta condimentar / Français: Plante aromatique / Italiano: Pianta speziata
Spice plant refers to any plant that is grown or harvested primarily for the spices or seasonings that can be derived from its various parts, including leaves, seeds, berries, bark, or roots. These plants are valued for their ability to add flavor, aroma, and sometimes even preservation qualities to food.
Fruit-Flavored Gelato
Deutsch: Eis mit Fruchtgeschmack / Español: Gelato con sabor a fruta / Português: Gelato com sabor de fruta / Français: Gelato aux fruits / Italiano: Gelato al gusto di frutta
Fruit-Flavored Gelato in the food context refers to a type of Italian ice cream known as gelato, characterized by its dense texture, rich flavor, and lower fat content compared to traditional ice cream. Fruit-flavored gelato is made with a base of milk (and sometimes cream), sugar, and natural flavorings from fresh fruits, fruit juices, or fruit purees. The result is a refreshing, smooth, and intensely flavored frozen dessert that highlights the natural sweetness and tartness of the fruit used in its creation.
Unakkameen
Deutsch: Unakkameen / Español: Unakkameen / Português: Unakkameen / Français: Unakkameen / Italiano: Unakkameen
Unakkameen (sometimes spelled "Unakka Meen") is a traditional Indian food ingredient from the state of Kerala, referring to sun-dried fish. The term comes from the Malayalam words "unakka," meaning "dried," and "meen," meaning "fish." It is a staple in many Kerala households, valued for its distinctive salty flavour, long shelf life, and versatility in cooking. Unakkameen is typically made by drying small fish such as sardines, mackerel, or anchovies, which are preserved with salt and sun-dried until they achieve a firm, dehydrated texture.