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Gothambu/Gothumbu Nurukku Payasam also called Gothambu/Gothumbu Ari Payasam is Cracked/broken Wheat Pudding which is one of the desserts or snacks from Kerala, India
Gothambu/Gothumbu Nurukku Payasam is made from Cracked/Broken Wheat, Ghee, Milk and Jaggery, spiced with Cardamom Powder. Exceptional ingredients are Raisins and Cashew Nuts. However, most housewives who cook any kind of Payasam always add Cashew Nuts, especially when it is cooked for special occassions, like Onam and birthday celebrations.
Picture below is one of the several varieties of Payasam which I was served in Allepey, Kerala, India.
English: Broken wheat ball / Deutsch: Weizenkugel / Español: Bolita de trigo partido / Português: Bolinha de trigo partido / Français: Boule de blé cassé / Italiano: Pallina di grano spezzato /
Gothambu Unda refer to sweet balls from Kerala, India made from Wheat, ghee, jaggery, Cardamom and grated fresh coconut then formed into balls and steamed. Gothambu Unda is literally translated as "wheat ball"
Gothambu and Unda are Malayalam words for Wheat and Ball, respectively
It is said that Gothambu Unda have been famous in Kerala as the standard prison food. Nowadays, people from Kerala used Gothambu to make various dishes and sweets for snacks.
Gothambu is also spelled Gothumbu.
Below is a picture of the Gothambu Unda made by a family friend from Allepey, Kerala, India using Cracked/Broken Wheat called Gothambu Nurukku or Gothambu Ari in Malayalam, the language of spoken in the state of Kerala.
English: Sautéed Upo / Deutsch: Gebratener Upo / Español: Upo salteado / Português: Upo refogado / Français: Upo sauté / Italiano: Upo saltato /
Ginisang Upo refers to sauteed Bottle Gourd in English. Upo is sliced into small cubes and sauteed with onions and garlic, and sometimes with a bit of ground pork or small pieces of shrimps. Sometimes, housewives also saute Upo with canned sardines. Upo can also be sauteed plain with just chopped onions and garlic and it will still taste good.
Ginisa means saute in the Philippines using onions (sibuyas), garlic (bawang), tomatoes (kamatis) and/or ginger (luya). Ginger is especially used by some cookes in the Philippines when cooking fish or chicken to remove the fishy taste.
Almost all kinds of vegetables are used in the Philippines for Ginisa or sauteed dishes, such as Eggplant (Talong), Ampalaya (Bitter gourd), Sitaw (snake beans), Kalabas (Squash/Pumpkin), and many more.
In small food shops and food stalls along the streets in the Philippines called Karinderia or Turo-Turo, Ginisang Upo and other sauteed vegetables are always a part of the many dishes being offered most especially for lunch. These Sauteed vegetables are sold cheap for the masses who want cheap and affordable, but nutrious foods
Below are pictures of Ginisang Upo sold in a small food shop (Karinderia)in the Philippines during lunchtime.
Deutsch: Gans / Español: Ganso / Português: Ganso / Français: Oie / Italiano: Oca
Goose in the food context refers to a type of poultry known for its rich, flavourful meat, high-fat content, and versatility in culinary preparations. Goose is prized for festive and traditional meals in many cultures, especially during holidays like Christmas or Michaelmas.
Deutsch: Grill / Español: Parrilla / Português: Grelha / Français: Gril / Italiano: Griglia
Grill in the food context refers to a cooking method that involves applying direct heat to food, typically over an open flame or a heated surface, to achieve a charred or smoky flavour. Grilling is popular for preparing meats, vegetables, and seafood, and is often associated with outdoor cooking or barbecuing. It is valued for its ability to quickly cook food while enhancing its natural flavours through caramelisation and smokiness.
Deutsch: Gastronomie / Español: Gastronomía / Português: Gastronomia / Français: Gastronomie / Italiano: Gastronomia
Gastronomy refers to the art, science, and culture of food, encompassing everything from the selection of ingredients to their preparation, presentation, and consumption. It explores the relationship between food, culture, and society, emphasising both the sensory pleasures of eating and the broader context of culinary traditions and innovations.