Glossary K
Kakang Gata is Filipino words which literally means "first coconut milk" but actually refers to the "first extraction" of coconut milk done from squezzing grounded matured coconut meat (Niyog). It is thicker than the second extraction of coconut milk. Most of the tradional sweets and desserts avalaible in the Philippines use Kakang Gata because it is lot more creamy than the second extraction.
Kakanin is a Filipino term used to refer to a wide variety of traditional Filipino rice cakes. These rice-based delicacies are a significant part of Filipino cuisine and culture. Kakanin comes in various shapes, colors, and flavors, offering a delightful range of sweet and savory treats that are enjoyed throughout the Philippines and among Filipino communities worldwide.
Kaki-Lima literally means "five feet" in Indonesia refers to a roving street vendors selling assorted kinds of snacks and foods all over Indonesia. They very often sell one type of snack and among the most famous street foods are Nasi Goreng, Indonesian fried rice dish and Pisa Goreng which is a snack made of sweet and sticky deep-fried bananas.
Kaki-Lima or "five feet" refers to the feet of the vendor and the 3 wheels of the cart.
Kakka Erachi Achar is pickles made from the meat or flesh or river Clams. It is an expensive Pickles in Kerala, India since it is seldom that fresh Clam meats are sold in the markets. But there are some shops producing special delicious Kakka Erachi Achar in small plastic containers.
Kakka Erachi is cooked like any other Achars in Kerala, India. (Please see related article on Achar/Achaar)
Kakka Erachi is also spelled Kaaka Irachi, Kakka Irachi
I was given twice bottles of Kakka Erachi Achar from Allepey and both are really delicious and not tasting fishy at all. It is good to eat it with hot rice and the more spicy it is the more it taste good. Im blessed to have a second family in Allepey, Kerala, India, I got to taste these special dishes even I am far away from them, below, I am sharing you my Kakka Erachi from Allepey. One day, I hope, I can taste them again.
