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Deutsch: Lange Chilischote / Español: Chile Largo / Português: Pimenta Longa / Fraçais: Piment Long / Italiano: Peperoncino Lungo
Siling Haba, commonly known in English as long chili pepper or finger chili, is a type of chili pepper widely used in Filipino cuisine. It is characterized by its long, slender shape and mild to moderate heat level. Siling Haba is an essential ingredient in many Filipino dishes, offering a subtle yet distinct spiciness that enhances the flavor without overwhelming the palate.
Deutsch: Sari-Sari Laden / Español: Tienda Sari-Sari / Português: Loja Sari-Sari / Français: Magasin Sari-Sari / Italiano: Negozio Sari-Sari
A Sari-Sari Store in the food context refers to a small, neighborhood convenience store or kiosk in the Philippines that sells a variety of everyday items in small or "retail" quantities. The term "sari-sari" translates to "variety" or "assorted" in English, which perfectly encapsulates the nature of these stores. They typically offer a range of products, from packaged snacks, canned goods, and beverages to household essentials and sometimes, fresh produce and baked goods. Sari-sari stores are integral to Filipino community life, providing easy access to basic necessities and serving as a local gathering spot.
Deutsch: Samalamig / Español: Samalamig / Português: Samalamig / Français: Samalamig / Italiano: Samalamig
Samalamig refers to a variety of traditional Filipino cold drinks and refreshments, typically served to quench thirst and cool down on hot days. These beverages are often made from a mix of fruits, beans, jellies, and sweet syrups, and are known for their vibrant colors and refreshing flavors. Samalamig is popular as street food and is commonly sold in markets, festivals, and by street vendors across the Philippines. Varieties include drinks made with ingredients like sago (tapioca pearls), gulaman (agar-agar jelly), coconut, and various native fruits and beans.
Deutsch: Reife Saba-Banane / Español: Plátano Saba Maduro / Português: Banana Saba Madura / Français: Banane Saba Mûre / Italiano: Banana Saba Matura
Saging na Saba (Hinog) refers to the ripe version of the Saba banana, a type of cooking banana that is popular in the Philippines and other tropical areas. Unlike its unripe, green counterpart, the ripe Saba banana develops a sweeter flavor and softer texture, making it suitable for both cooking and eating raw. While still more starchy and less sweet compared to dessert bananas like the Lakatan or Cavendish, ripe Saba bananas offer a unique taste profile that is appreciated in various dishes.
Deutsch: Grüne Saba-Banane / Español: Plátano Saba Verde / Português: Banana Saba Verde / Français: Banane Saba Verte / Italiano: Banana Saba Verde
Saging na Saba (Hilaw) refers to the unripe, green version of the Saba banana, a type of cooking banana that is popular in the Philippines and other tropical regions. Unlike the sweeter dessert bananas like the Lakatan, the Saba banana is larger, angular in shape, and has a starchy consistency that makes it ideal for cooking. When green and unripe, it has a firm texture and mild flavor, making it versatile for both savory and sweet dishes.
Deutsch: Banane (Lakatan) / Español: Banana (Lakatan) / Português: Banana (Lakatan) / Français: Banane (Lakatan) / Italiano: Banana (Lakatan)
Saging (Lakatan) refers to a specific variety of banana that is popular in the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia. The Lakatan banana is known for its vibrant yellow-orange color when ripe, which distinguishes it from the more widely known Cavendish bananas that are a lighter yellow. Lakatan bananas are smaller and thicker than Cavendish bananas, with a sweeter flavor and firmer flesh, making them a preferred choice for eating fresh rather than for cooking.