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Deutsch: Manchatti (selten; regionaler Snack aus Südindien) / Español: Manchatti (tentempié regional del sur de India) / Português: Manchatti (lanche regional do sul da Índia) / Français: Manchatti (en-cas régional du sud de l'Inde) / Italiano: Manchatti (spuntino regionale del sud dell'India)
The term Manchatti refers to a traditional deep-fried snack originating from the Kerala region of South India, prized for its crispy texture and savory-spicy flavor profile. Often prepared during festivals or as a street food, it exemplifies the culinary fusion of rice flour, lentils, and aromatic spices, reflecting the area's agricultural abundance and cultural heritage.
English: Fish curry pot / Deutsch: Fischcurrytopf / Español: Caldero de curry de pescado / Português: Panela de curry de peixe / Français: Pot de curry de Poisson / Italiano: Pentola di curry di Pesce /
Manchatti also called Manchatty, Meenchatti or simply Chatti is the Malayalam word for the special vessel that the Malayalee use to prepare the fish (meen) curry. Meenchatti literally means Meen means fish and Chatti means vessel in Malayalam and is made from mud which is said to add to the special flavor to Kerala fish curry.
Deutsch: Leckerei / Español: Golosina / Português: Petisco / Français: Friandise / Italiano: Leccornia /
Manchatty, also spelled as "manchatti" or "manchatty" in different regions, is a traditional cooking utensil commonly used in South India, especially in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. This versatile utensil is an integral part of South Indian cuisine and is known for its unique design and ability to impart a distinct flavor to various dishes. Manchatties are typically made of clay and are used for various cooking methods, including sautéing, frying, and simmering.
Mandarin Torte is one of the many cakes in Germany sold in most bakeshops all over the country. I am not baking and can not always inquire from the sellers what these cakes are made of, but I think it is made with Schmand (sour cream) and topped with pieces/sections of fresh Mandarin orange.
Mandarin Torte became one of my favorite cakes while living in the city of Bremen because of the mixture of sweet and sour taste coming from the sour cream and sweet fresh Mandarin. The Mandarin Torte of one of my favorite bakeshops in Bremen , Garde became a favorite and never fails to buy even a piece when i see them on cake display cabinet
Below is a picture of Mandarin Torte which became a part of many wonderful memories I had in Bremen.
