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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: Pancit Miki / Español: Pancit Miki / Português: Pancit Miki / Français: Pancit Miki / Italiano: Pancit Miki

Pancit Miki is another variant of the broad family of noodle dishes in Filipino cuisine, distinguished by its use of fresh, thick egg noodles known as Miki. Unlike Pancit Canton, which typically uses dried noodles, Pancit Miki's fresh noodles lend a distinctive chewy texture to the dish. This dish is often stir-fried with a variety of meats, such as chicken, pork, or seafood, and mixed with an assortment of vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and sometimes mushrooms. The seasoning, similar to other pancit dishes, can include soy sauce, fish sauce, or oyster sauce, adjusted to the cook's taste preference.

Deutsch: Pritong Daing na Bangus / Español: Pritong Daing na Bangus / Português: Pritong Daing na Bangus / Français: Pritong Daing na Bangus / Italiano: Pritong Daing na Bangus

Pritong Daing na Bangus is a popular Filipino dish consisting of marinated and fried milkfish (Bangus). "Daing" refers to the process of marinating the fish in a mixture of vinegar, salt, and garlic, sometimes with the addition of pepper and other spices, then sun-drying or simply marinating it for several hours. "Pritong" means fried, indicating the final step of cooking the fish. This dish is celebrated for its savory and slightly tangy flavor profile, combining the rich, tender texture of Bangus with a crisp, golden exterior.

Deutsch: Kamias-Baum / Español: Árbol de Kamias / Português: Árvore de Kamias / Français: Arbre de Kamias / Italiano: Albero di Kamias

Puno ng Kamias refers to the tree bearing kamias (Averrhoa bilimbi), a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. The kamias tree is known for its small, cucumber-shaped fruits that range from green to yellowish-green when ripe. These fruits are famous for their extremely sour taste and are often used in Filipino cuisine as a souring agent in dishes, such as sinigang (a sour soup or stew), or made into preserves, candies, and even vinegar.

Deutsch: Bananenblütenherz / Español: Corazón de Banana / Português: Coração de Banana / Français: Cœur de Bananier / Italiano: Cuore di Banana

Puso ng Saging, also known as banana blossom or banana heart, is a tear-shaped, purple-skinned flower that hangs at the end of banana clusters. In the culinary context, it is a versatile ingredient used in many Southeast Asian cuisines, including Filipino, Thai, and Vietnamese. The banana blossom is valued for its meaty texture and ability to absorb flavors, making it a popular ingredient in salads, curries, and vegan or vegetarian dishes as a substitute for meat or fish.

Deutsch: Rambutan-Baum / Español: Árbol de Rambután / Português: Árvo de Rambutã / Français: Arbre de Ramboutan / Italiano: Albero di Rambutan

Puno ng Rambutan refers to the tree that bears the rambutan fruit, a popular tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. The rambutan tree is part of the Sapindaceae family, which also includes other well-known fruits like lychee and longan. Rambutan fruits are known for their hairy appearance, with a soft, sweet, and juicy flesh inside that encases a single seed. The name "rambutan" comes from the Malay word "rambut," meaning hair, which describes the fruit's unique, hairy exterior.

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