Deutsch: Schälen / Español: Pelar / Português: Descascar / Français: Épluchage / Italiano: Pelare
Peeling in the food context refers to the process of removing the outer skin, rind, or layer from fruits, vegetables, and other foods before cooking or consumption. Peeling is typically done to improve the texture, taste, or appearance of the food, as the skin is often tougher or may contain dirt, pesticides, or other substances that are undesirable for eating.
Deutsch: Konservierung / Español: Conservación / Português: Conservação / Français: Conservation / Italiano: Conservazione
Preservation in the food context refers to the methods and processes used to prevent food from spoiling, allowing it to last longer while maintaining its quality, safety, and nutritional value. The goal of food preservation is to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, slow down oxidation, and prevent enzymatic changes that can cause food to decay or lose its freshness.
Deutsch: Schweinefleisch Adobo / Español: Adobo de cerdo / Português: Adobo de porco / Français: Adobo de porc / Italiano: Adobo di Maiale
Pork Adobo is a classic Filipino dish made by marinating and simmering pork in a mixture of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Known for its rich, savoury, and tangy flavour, pork adobo is one of the most popular and iconic dishes in Filipino cuisine. It is typically served with steamed white rice, making it a comforting and satisfying meal that is enjoyed by families across the Philippines and around the world.
Deutsch: Panela / Español: Panela / Português: Panela / Français: Panela / Italian: Panela
Panela is an unrefined whole cane sugar that is commonly used in Latin American and Caribbean cuisine. It is known for its deep, rich flavour and is made by boiling and evaporating sugarcane juice until it solidifies. Unlike refined sugar, panela retains all of the nutrients from the sugarcane, including molasses, which gives it a distinct caramel-like taste and a darker colour.
Deutsch: Muntermacher / Español: Estimulante / Português: Revigorante / Français: Remontant / Italian: Tira su
Pick-me-up in the food context refers to any food or drink that provides a quick boost of energy or revitalization, often consumed when someone feels tired or needs a temporary increase in alertness or energy. These items typically contain ingredients like caffeine, sugar, or other stimulants that help to invigorate the body and mind.
Deutsch: Palitaw / Español: Palitaw / Português: Palitaw / Français: Palitaw / Italian: Palitaw
Palitaw is a traditional Filipino rice cake made from glutinous rice. The name "Palitaw" comes from the Tagalog word "litaw," meaning "to float," referring to how the rice cake rises to the surface when it is cooked in boiling water. This sweet and chewy delicacy is typically coated with grated coconut, sugar, and sesame seeds.