The Glorious Food Glossary
The Glorious Food Glossary tells you everything important about the world of food. The Food Glosssary is all about different kinds of food from all over the world and how they are prepared and what their main ingredients are.
Moreover, the glossary is all about what people all over the world are eating and drinking and their activities, festivities, marriages, etc that involves food.
This Food Glossary is all about food . . . glorious food. We tell you about the food, some stories about them and we try our best to make photos of them as we travel around the world. As of now, we are featuring extensively foods from Germany, the Philippines and the State of Kerala, India, but we will add more pictures for you to enjoy as we discover the food of the world... as we travel around the globe.
All articles are available through the search function or via the A to Z line at the top of every page.
Meen Porichathu / Fish Fry
Meen Porichathu also commonly called as Fish Fry is one of the popular dishes from Kerala, India which is simply fried fish which is made special by coating or marinating the cleaned fresh pieces of fish in Masala powder , then deep fry in coconut oil until they are crispy.
Coconut oil which is the favored oil for cooking by the Malayalees is the secret of delicious dishes in Kerala, India.
Please enjoy the pictures of Fish Fry made in Allepey, Kerala, India.
Picture below is called Choora Porichatu. Choora Porichathu is the Malayalam term for Tuna Fish Fry
Coating the cleaned whole piece of Tuna with Masala powder first for some time before frying in Coconut oil gives the Keralite Fish Fry its distinct tasty flavor.
Below is one of the special Fish Fry "fit for a Prince". A Karimeen Fry made from fried Pearl Spot. This is a delicious meal of Karimeen Fry served with salad of raw sweet red onions on top. Prince Charles of England ate what I have eaten in Kerala, India after a wonderful and quiet boat tour of the Backwater of Allepey.
Karimeen (Pearl spot fish) fry is a sought after delicacy in Kerala. The Pearl Spot fish is marinated in a mixture of lemon juice, red chillies, and other spices and Masala Powder, too and and deep fried until crisp and golden brown. This is an exotic dish of Karimeen fry cooked Kerala style. The Karimeen fry is a spicy fried fish coated with the delicious and spicy Masala.
Karimeen is the state fish of Kerala and is one of the most important fish species in this state of India
Cathedral Cake
Deutsch: Kathedralenkuchen / Español: Pastel de catedral / Português: Bolo Catedral / Français: Gâteau Cathédrale / Italiano: Torta Cattedrale
Cathedral Cake, in the food context, refers to a visually striking dessert known for its stained glass window effect, reminiscent of a cathedral's intricate glasswork. This effect is typically achieved through the use of colorful gelatin pieces or brightly colored fruit embedded in a white or light-colored setting, such as marshmallow, whipped cream, or a light mousse. The cake not only offers a delightful array of flavors but also serves as a decorative centerpiece for celebrations and festive occasions.
Smoking
Deutsch: Räuchern / Español: Ahumado / Português: Defumação / Français: Fumage / Italiano: Affumicatura
Smoking in the food context refers to the culinary technique of exposing food to smoke produced by burning wood, herbs, or other organic materials. This method imparts a distinct smoky flavor, alters the food’s texture, enhances preservation, and contributes to the development of complex aromas. Smoking is used globally in both traditional and modern cooking.
Flexibility
Deutsch: Flexibilität / Español: Flexibilidad / Português: Flexibilidade / Français: Flexibilité / Italiano: Flessibilità
Flexibility in the food context refers to the physical adaptability of food ingredients or dishes, meaning how well they can be shaped, stretched, bent, or modified without breaking. It can also refer to the versatility of ingredients in different recipes. For example, dough needs flexibility for bread and pastries, and pasta dough must be stretchable for shaping. Additionally, some ingredients, like tofu or eggs, are "flexible" because they can be used in many different types of dishes.
Franzbrötchen
Deutsch: Franzbrötchen / Español: Panecillo francés / Português: Pãozinho francês / Français: Petit pain français / Italiano: Panino francese
Franzbrötchen in the food context refers to a traditional pastry from Hamburg, Germany, resembling a smaller version of the French croissant with a sweet, cinnamon-sugar filling. The pastry is made from a buttery, layered dough, similar to that used for croissants, which is then filled with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before being rolled, sliced, and baked until golden brown. Its characteristic swirl pattern and the crispy, caramelized exterior, combined with a soft, buttery interior, make it a beloved treat among locals and visitors alike.