Glossary P
Panara refers to the food from the Visayas Region of the Philippines made of sauteed upo (bottle gourd) garlic, onion and shrimps, and salt and pepper to taste. When the upo is already done, all the liquid mus be drained, and then cooled. The cooked ingredients are then wrapped with lumpia wrappers, fold or form into triangles and then deep fried until golden brown.
Upo is very cheap in the Philippines, and Panara is one of the best ways to use them, we just usually sautee Upo in the Philippines and by wrapping it and make it like a Samosa and spirng rolls is a great way to make use of this cheap vegetable product.
Deutsch: Pfannkuchen / Español: Panqueque / Português: Panqueca / Français: Crêpe / Italiano: Frittella
Pancakes are flat, round cakes prepared from a batter made of flour, eggs, Milk, and a leavening agent like baking powder. They are cooked on a griddle or frying pan and are typically served hot. Pancakes can be savoury or sweet and are a popular breakfast item as well as a versatile dish in many cuisines worldwide.
Deutsch: Reisnudeln / Español: Fideos de arroz / Português: Macarrão de arroz / Français: Nouilles de riz / Italiano: Tagliatelle di riso /
Pancit is the Filipino generic term for "noodles". There are various kinds of noodle dishes in the Philippines based on the kind of noodles use: Pancit Bihon, Pancit Canton, Miswa, Pancit Luglog, Palabok, Pancit Malabon, Pancit Habhab, Miki, Lomi, Mami, Pancit Molo, Sotanghon.
Deutsch: Pancit Bihon / Español: Pancit Bihon / Português: Pancit Bihon / Français: Pancit Bihon / Italiano: Pancit Bihon
Pancit Bihon in the food context refers to a popular Filipino noodle dish made from bihon (thin rice noodles) and a variety of other ingredients such as sliced meat (usually chicken, pork, or shrimp), vegetables (commonly cabbage, carrots, and green beans), and sometimes seafood. The dish is seasoned with soy sauce, and occasionally fish sauce or oyster sauce, for added flavor. Pancit Bihon is known for its versatility and is a staple at Filipino gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing long life and good health according to Filipino tradition.