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.
Puttu
Puttu refers to a breakfast dish from Kerala, south of India which is made from rice flour and freshly grated coconut steamed in a cylidrical tool called Puttu Kutti . Puttu is a traditional and most popular breakfast dish of. It is usually served with Kadala curry (black chickpea curry) or it is served with Pazham (small yellow banana) and sugar. Puttu is also great with combined with Cherupayaru curry and Pappadam . But, all I can say is that Puttu can be combined with any other dishes from Kerala. I had eaten mine with Egg Masala and Cabbage Thoran and it was delicious, too.
Puttu is very delicious either way. Puttu is generally cooked in a Puttu Kutti vessel with two (2) sections. The lower section called Puttu Kudam holds water and the upper section (a cylindrical tube) called Putti Kutti holds the Puttu or where the rice mixture is inserted with layers of grated coconut. (Please see related article and Pictures of Puttu Kutti)
There are other varieties of Puttu in India:
Rava Puttu is a steamed cake made from Semolina called Rava or Sooji in Malayalam. It is a variety of Puttu which makes use of Rava instead of Rice flour, but cooked the same way as the traditional Puttu which makes used of Rice flour
Atta Puttu refers to a steamed cake made from Wheat flour. It is a Malayali breakfast dish typically made with rice powder or rice flour, but this variety of Puttu is made with Atta/wheat flour for less calories.
Puttu is arguably the most iconic breakfast dish of Kerala. Which is served with many curry dishes and stir-fried dishes from the country
I love Puttu in everyway, but I think the best Puttu is that which is served with boiled local banana from Kerala or simply with sugar.
Below are varieties of Puttu which was served to me while in Allepey using various flours
Above is Puttu served with fresh Pazham (Banana) for breakfast and below is Puttu served with steamed Pazham
Above is Puttu served with savory Curry. Puttu can be accompanied with sweet (steamed or fresh Banana, jaggery or sugar) or savory dishes (any kind of Curry)
Please see other pictures of Puttu sold during the Food Festival during New Year in Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala in the Photo Gallery.
Home Cooking
Deutsch: Haushaltsküche / Español: Cocina casera / Português: Culinária doméstica / Français: Cuisine maison / Italiano: Cucina casera
Home Cooking refers to the preparation and consumption of meals within a domestic setting, typically by non-professional cooks. It encompasses a broad spectrum of culinary practices, ranging from simple daily meals to elaborate dishes prepared for special occasions. Unlike commercial or industrial food production, home cooking prioritizes personal taste preferences, cultural traditions, and nutritional needs tailored to individual households.
Energy Intensity
Deutsch: Energieintensität / Español: Intensidad energética / Português: Intensidade energética / Français: Intensité énergétique / Italiano: Intensità energetica
Energy Intensity in the context of food refers to the amount of energy consumed per unit of output within the food production, processing, distribution, and consumption system. It serves as a critical metric for assessing the efficiency and sustainability of food systems, particularly in relation to resource use, environmental impact, and economic viability. The concept integrates energy inputs from both direct sources, such as fuel and electricity, and indirect sources, including embedded energy in materials and infrastructure.
Soul food
Deutsch: Soul Food / Español: Comida soul / Português: Comida soul / Français: Cuisine soul / Italiano: Cucina soul
Soul food is a culinary tradition deeply rooted in the African American experience, particularly in the Southern United States. It emerged as a fusion of West African, European, and Native American cooking techniques and ingredients, shaped by the historical context of slavery, segregation, and cultural resilience. This cuisine is characterized by its rich flavors, hearty ingredients, and communal significance, often serving as a symbol of heritage and identity.
Suam
Deutsch: Suam / Español: Suam / Português: Suam / Français: Suam / Italiano: Suam
Suam is a traditional Filipino soup known for its simplicity and comforting flavors. It is primarily made with fresh corn, garlic, onions, and greens, such as malunggay (moringa) leaves or spinach. The dish is characterized by its clear broth, sweet corn flavor, and the nutritional value of the leafy greens used. Suam is often enjoyed as a wholesome meal starter or a light dinner, embodying the Filipino penchant for nurturing, home-cooked meals.