Glossary K

The food glossary +++ 'Kalkag', 'Kamias', 'Kakang Gata'

Kappa Puzhungiyathu refers to boiled or steamed cassava which is called Kappa or Kappioka in Malayalam, the language in Kerala, India.

Kappa is one of the staple food in Kerala, India. They are cooked in varieties of way and one of them is by boiling or steaming then served with Chutneys or Curriesas a substitute for rice, paricularly for breakfast. 

Kappa Puzhungiyathu can also be served with sugar and newly grated coconut for those who prefer sweet breakfast.

Kappa is called Kamoteng Kahoy in the Philippines. Boiled Cassava is called Nilagang Kamoteng Kahoy. 

Kappa is prepared by removing the thick skin, then sliced into bite size pieces before steaming or boiling.

Picture below is an Indian housewife in Allepey, Kerala, India, skinning and preparing the Kappa before steaming/boiling

Kappa and Meen (Fish) Curry - Boiled tapicoa (Kappa) as alternative to rice, idli , etc. for breakfast , eaten with fish (meen) curry. In Kerala, India . Kappa is called kamoteng Kahoy in Philippines
Kappa and Meen (Fish) Curry - Boiled/Steamed Cassava (Kappa) as alternative to rice, idli , etc. for breakfast , eaten with Meen (fish) curry in Allepey, Kerala, India

In the Philippines, we just boil Cassava (Kamoteng Kahoy) then served ith sugar as a dip or sometimes margarine or butter and sugar. We never eat boiled Cassava with savory sauces

Kapalandi Masala refer to fried peanuts coated with Kadalamavu (Chickpea flour) then fried in Coconut oil or simply fried peanuts in Coconut oil and curry leaves flavored with  Masala powder and salt

When bought in mobile peanut and pea shop, they can be bought with chopped fresh onion topping.

It was always a joy for me to sit down in Allepey Beach in Allepey, Kerala, India with packs of Kapalandi Masala with fresh onion toppings. Nice way to spend a quiet weekend. 

Picture below is a picture of Kadalamavu coated Kapalandi Masala. 

Below is a scene around Allepey, Kerala, India - peanut  and peas vendor selling assorted peas and peanut flavors  in the church during the Holy week and Easter celebration. 

Kuchember also known as  Kachumber  refers to a spicy tomato, cucumber and onion relish that is a refreshing accompaniment to most Indian meals with curd or vinegar dressing. 

Kuchember or Kachumber is also known in other parts of India as Charlas, Charllas or Saarlas. (please article Charlas/Charllas/Saarlas)

Pictures below is my non-spicy version of Kuchember/Kachumber which I am making when I like a refreshing salad while in my home in the Philippines or when I am in my home in Germany using Apple Cider Vinegar instead of curd and minus the chopped green bird's eye chili pepper

 

 

In the food context, a kebab refers to a dish that consists of various pieces of meat, vegetables, and sometimes fruits or other ingredients skewered and cooked over an open flame or grill. Kebabs are popular in many cuisines around the world and are known for their flavorful and grilled taste.

Kaeng kai refers to Thai chicken curry

Khosh Ma-Ze means delicious in Iranian. If you want to lift up the spirit of the cook or the chef, when you enjoy what they cook or not, just remember these words "Khosh Ma-Ze".

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