Glossary V
Deutsch: Vanille / Español: Vainilla / Português: Baunilha / Français: Vanille / Italiano: Vaniglia
Vanilla in the food context refers to a flavouring derived from the pods of the vanilla orchid, primarily Vanilla planifolia. Known for its sweet, floral, and slightly woody taste, vanilla is a key ingredient in both sweet and savoury dishes, widely used in baking, beverages, and desserts. It is one of the most popular and versatile flavours in the culinary world.
Vanpayar, also known as red gram or red cowpea, is a versatile legume that plays a significant role in many cuisines around the world. This nutritious ingredient is packed with essential nutrients and is commonly used in a variety of dishes. In this article, we will explore Vanpayar's definition, culinary uses, nutritional benefits, potential risks, and provide a popular recipe. We'll also touch upon its history and legal considerations and suggest some similar legumes for your culinary adventures.
Vanpayar or Van Payar Thoran is one of the many Thoran dishes from Kerala, India. Van Payar or Vanpayar is red cow beans stir-fried with grated coconut, lots of spices, onions/shalotts and Curry leaves.
Thoran is a dry vegetable side dish with coconut added to it. It is a vegetable-based stir-fry made from finely chopped or cut vegetables cooked with grated coconut on it. Moreover, Thoran is sauteed or stir-fried vegetables or mixed (2 or more) vegetables with grated coconut. It is a part of Sadya. (Please see related article on Thoran).
Van Payar/Vanpayar Thoran is best eaten with rice, Kanji (rice gruel/porridge), Dosa or Chappati/Roti
Thoran is Kerala is called Poriyal in Tamil Nadu.
Below are pictures of Van Payar/Vanpayar Thoran
Van Payar/Vanpayar Thoran eaten with Dosa/Dosha
This picture of Van Payar/Vanpayar Thoran is served with rice.
This Van Payar/ Vanpayar Thoran is eaten with Chapatti or Roti for dinner in Allepey, Kerala, India