Glossary P
Deutsch: Bananenblütenherz / Español: Corazón de Banana / Português: Coração de Banana / Français: Cœur de Bananier / Italiano: Cuore di Banana
Puso ng Saging, also known as banana blossom or banana heart, is a tear-shaped, purple-skinned flower that hangs at the end of banana clusters. In the culinary context, it is a versatile ingredient used in many Southeast Asian cuisines, including Filipino, Thai, and Vietnamese. The banana blossom is valued for its meaty texture and ability to absorb flavors, making it a popular ingredient in salads, curries, and vegan or vegetarian dishes as a substitute for meat or fish.
English: Rice cake / Deutsch: Reiskuchen / Español: Pastel de arroz / Português: Bolo de arroz / Français: Gâteau de riz / Italiano: Torta di riso /
Puto is a filipino term for steamed rice cake. Puto is a traditional Filipino steamed rice cake that is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack. It is made from rice flour and sugar, and can be flavored with a variety of ingredients such as coconut milk, pandan leaves, and cheese.
Puto Maya refers to a sweet snack from the Philippines which is made from boiled or steam glutinous or sticky rice. It is made by boiling the rice in coconut milk (Gata) and when rice is already cooked they are molded and served with grated coconut and sugar. Ginger is also being added by some cooks for added flavor.
Puto Maya is also served for breakfast with hot chocolate drink (Sikwate) is some places in the Philippines.