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.
Masala-Flavored Noodles
Masala-Flavored Noodles refer to a ready-to-cook noodle products which are available in India with an authenthic Indian taste, that of Masala.
When I was in Allepey, Kerala, India, for a while I craved for noodles and what they have given me from the food shops are also "very Indian" because even the ready-to-cook noodles are flavored with Masala and I loved it of course. I brought some packs on my way home to Germany.
I am missing the taste of Masala, I searched for Masala in the spice section of groceries here in Germany, but found only Garam Masala which has not the same taste like that of Masala I have tasted in Kerala.
In Allepey, they were laughing at me, because only little children are offered these ready-to-cook noodles. The adults will always like the traditional everyday dishes that they have. I am so happy no one shared my Masala noodles.
I added this particular food in my Glossary because it sustained my cravings while I was travelling. I enjoyed my usual noodles with a twist. It is one food whihc I will never forget and whenever I eat noodles, I will remember my happy times in Allepey, Kerala, India
While travelling to Munnar, it was so hard for me to find an eatery, but I found this one place near the Echo Point, a Thathukkada, a roadside eatery where I had my breakfast, a very good Malayalee vendor offered me ready-to-cook noodles and he cooked it for me with lots of slices of red onions. He also have some hard-boiled eggs and Masala tea. What a gracious cook.
Poaching
Deutsch: Pochieren / Español: Escalfar / Português: Escalfar / Français: Pocher / Italiano: In camicia
Poaching in the food context refers to a gentle cooking technique where food is submerged in liquid and heated at a low temperature, typically between 71°C and 82°C (160°F to 180°F). The liquid is kept just below the boiling point, resulting in a gentle, steady Simmer. This method is ideal for delicate foods such as eggs, fish, poultry, and fruit, ensuring they remain tender and do not become tough or dry.
Crawfish
Deutsch: Flusskrebs / Español: Cangrejo de río / Português: Lagostim / Français: Écrevisse / Italiano: Gambero di fiume
Crawfish (also known as crayfish, crawdads, or mudbugs) are freshwater Crustaceans resembling small lobsters, commonly used in a variety of regional cuisines, especially in Southern United States and Cajun cooking. These crustaceans are known for their sweet, delicate meat, typically found in the tail, and are often boiled, grilled, or used in stews and soups.
Kirschwasser
Deutsch: Kirschwasser / Español: Kirschwasser / Português: Kirschwasser / Français: Kirsch / Italiano: Kirschwasser
Kirschwasser, commonly known as kirsch, is a clear, colorless brandy traditionally made from double-distillation of morello cherries, a type of sour cherry. The name "Kirschwasser" is German for "cherry water," reflecting its origins and primary ingredient.
Blewit
Deutsch: Violetter Rötelritterling / Español: Champiñón azulado / Português: Cogumelo azulado / Français: Lépiote déguenillée / Italiano: Funghi blu
Blewit refers to a species of edible mushroom, known scientifically as Lepista nuda, that is prized for its flavor in culinary uses. This mushroom is distinctive for its lilac to purple coloring and is found in both coniferous and deciduous woodlands.