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Deutsch: Gebratene Bambussprossen / Español: Brotes de bambú salteados / Português: Brotos de bambu refogados / Français: Pousses de bambou sautées / Italiano: Germogli di bambù saltati
Ginisang Labong in the food context refers to a Filipino dish made from sautéed bamboo shoots, known locally as "labong." This dish combines the tender, slightly sweet bamboo shoots with garlic, onion, and tomato, and often includes meat such as pork or shrimp for added flavor. It is a classic example of Filipino home cooking, showcasing how simple ingredients can be transformed into a nutritious and flavorful meal. Seasonings like fish sauce or soy sauce are added to enhance the taste, and it is sometimes enriched with leafy greens or coconut milk for extra richness and texture.
Deutsch: Gebratener Rettich / Español: Rábano salteado / Português: Rabanete refogado / Français: Radis sauté / Italiano: Ravanello saltato
Ginisang Labanos in the food context refers to a Filipino dish consisting of sautéed white radish (labanos). It's a simple yet flavorful dish, highlighting the mild, slightly peppery taste of the radish. The dish often includes garlic, onion, and tomato for the base sauté, with the addition of pork, shrimp, or dried fish to provide depth and richness. Leafy greens like spinach or moringa leaves (malunggay) can also be added for extra nutrition and color. Seasoned with fish sauce or salt, ginisang labanos is a common home-cooked meal in the Philippines, valued for its health benefits and the ease of preparation.
Deutsch: Gebratenes Gemüse / Español: Verduras salteadas / Português: Legumes refogados / Français: Légumes sautés / Italiano: Verdure saltate
Ginisang Gulay in the food context refers to a Filipino dish consisting of sautéed vegetables. It is a staple in Filipino cuisine, known for its simplicity, health benefits, and versatility. The dish typically features a mix of local vegetables sautéed with garlic, onion, and tomato, and can include a variety of produce such as string beans, squash, okra, eggplant, and leafy greens like spinach or water spinach (kangkong). It may also be enhanced with protein sources like pork, shrimp, or tofu for a more substantial meal.
Deutsch: Gebratener Bittermelone / Español: Amargoso salteado / Português: Refogado de Melão Amargo / Français: Courge amère sautée / Italiano: Melone amaro saltato
Ginisang Ampalaya in the food context refers to a traditional Filipino dish made from sautéed bitter melon (ampalaya) with garlic, onion, and tomato, often including beaten eggs and sometimes meat like pork or shrimp. This dish is valued both for its distinctive bitter flavor, which is considered appetizing and refreshing by many, and for its health benefits, as ampalaya is known to be rich in vitamins and minerals, and it's particularly noted for its potential to regulate blood sugar levels.
Deutsch: Gemahlene Mungobohnen / Español: Mungo molido / Português: Mungo moído / Français: Mungo moulu / Italiano: Mungo macinato
Giniling na Munggo in the food context refers to a Filipino dish made from ground or mashed mung beans (munggo). This hearty and nutritious dish is typically cooked with garlic, onion, tomatoes, and often includes pork, shrimp, or fish for added flavor. It's a versatile recipe that can be customized with various ingredients such as leafy greens (like spinach or malunggay leaves), and it is seasoned with fish sauce or salt for taste.
Deutsch: Lebkuchen / Español: Pan de jengibre / Português: Pão de gengibre / Français: Pain d'épices / Italiano: Pan di zenzero
Ginger Bread in the food context refers to a sweet baked good that comes in various forms, from a dense, cake-like loaf to a crisp, cookie-style treat, all flavored primarily with ginger and a mix of other spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Molasses or honey is often used as a sweetener, contributing to its dark color and rich, moist texture. Gingerbread is commonly associated with the winter holiday season, especially in Western cultures, where it's used to make festive treats such as gingerbread houses and gingerbread men cookies.