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.
Knäcke (Knaecke)
Knäcke (Knaecke) also called Knäckebrot (Knaeckebrot) refers to crisp or crispy bread. In Germany, they can be bought in plastic packs with at least 6 pieces plain or with assorted nuts, like white and black sesame seeds, poppy seeds, pine nuts or pumpkin nuts or mixed nuts, like the one in the picture below.
Fish Balls
Deutsch: Fischbällchen / Español: Albóndigas de pescado / Português: Bolinhos de peixe / Français: Boulettes de Poisson / Italiano: Polpette di Pesce
Fish Balls in the food context refer to a popular street food and culinary ingredient found in many cultures around the world. Made from pounded or ground fish meat that has been seasoned, shaped into balls, and then cooked, fish balls can be boiled, fried, steamed, or grilled. The type of fish used can vary widely, often depending on regional preferences and availability. Fish balls are commonly served in soups, as part of noodle dishes, skewered and deep-fried as street food, or accompanied by various dipping sauces.
Corn Kernels Fried Rice
Deutsch: Gebratener Reis mit Maiskörnern / Español: Arroz frito con granos de maíz / Português: Arroz frito com grãos de milho / Français: Riz frit aux grains de maïs / Italiano: Riso fritto con chicchi di Mais
Corn Kernels Fried Rice in the food context refers to a dish that combines cooked rice with corn kernels, and often a variety of other ingredients such as vegetables, eggs, and sometimes meat or seafood, stir-fried together in a pan or wok. This dish is a variation of traditional fried rice, incorporating the sweetness of corn to create a colorful, flavorful, and versatile meal. The addition of corn not only adds a unique taste but also a delightful texture contrast to the dish.
Gebacken
Deutsch: Gebacken / Español: Horneado / Português: Assado / Français: Cuit au four / Italiano: Al forno
Gebacken in the food context refers to food that has been baked, a cooking method involving dry heat without direct exposure to a flame, typically in an oven. This method is widely used for preparing a variety of dishes, from breads, cakes, and pastries to casseroles, meat, and vegetables. Baking transforms the ingredients through the heat, resulting in changes in texture, flavor, and appearance. It's a fundamental cooking technique in many cuisines around the world, celebrated for its ability to produce both savory and sweet dishes with a distinct taste and texture.
Navel
Deutsch: Bauchnabel / Español: ombligo / Português: umbigo / Français: nombril / Italiano: ombelico
The navel is a prominent anatomical feature located on the abdomen, marking the former attachment site of the umbilical cord in mammals. It serves as a biological remnant of prenatal development and varies in appearance across individuals. Beyond its physiological role, the navel holds cultural, aesthetic, and even symbolic significance in various societies.