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The food glossary +++ Popular Articles: 'Pimentón', 'Peynir', 'Pork'

Pazham Puzhungiyathu refers to steamed or boiled banana plantain which is usually served as breakfast food in Kerala, India. It is often served with Puttu and sweetened Rava Upma.

Pazham is the Malayalam word for Banana and Pazham Puzhungiyathu means steamed bananas/plantains in Malayalam. There are different varieties of bananas in India used for cooking (frying, steaming, etc).

The last 2 pictures are steamed banana (Pazham Puzhungiyathu) eaten with Atta Puttu for morning meal or breakfast in Allepey, Kerala, India.

Atta Puttu with Pazham

Atta Puttu eaten with Pazham Puzhungiyathu (Steamed banana/Plantain). Breakfast food in Allepey, Kerala, India

Deutsch: Geflügel / Español: Aves / Português: Aves / Français: Volaille / Italian: Pollame

Poultry refers to domesticated birds that are raised for their meat, eggs, or feathers, and are commonly consumed as food. The most widely known types of poultry include chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese. Poultry is a versatile and widely consumed protein source across the world.

Deutsch: Paprika / Español: Pimentón / Português: Pimentão / Français: Paprika / Italiano: Paprica

Pimentón is a type of paprika, a ground spice made from dried red peppers, and is a staple in Spanish cuisine. It comes in various forms, each with distinct flavors, such as sweet (dulce), bittersweet (agridulce), and hot (picante). Pimentón is known for its vibrant color and rich, smoky flavor, which it imparts to a wide range of dishes.

Deutsch: Käse / Español: Queso / Português: Queijo / Français: Fromage / Italiano: Formaggio

Peynir is the Turkish word for cheese. In the food context, peynir encompasses a wide variety of cheeses that are integral to Turkish cuisine. These cheeses range from fresh and soft to aged and hard, each with unique flavors and textures that contribute to the rich culinary heritage of Turkey.

Deutsch: Palengke / Español: Palengke / Português: Palengke / Français: Palengke / Italiano: Palengke

Palengke is the Filipino term for a public market where a variety of fresh produce, meats, seafood, and other food items are sold. It is a vital part of the community, serving as a hub for local commerce and social interaction.

Deutsch: Haferbrei / Español: Avena / Português: Mingau / Français: Bouillie / Italiano: Porridge

Porridge is a breakfast dish typically made by boiling ground, crushed, or chopped starchy plants—usually grains—in water or milk. It is known for its creamy consistency and is often sweetened or flavored with various ingredients such as fruits, nuts, and spices.

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