Ethnic Probiotic Foods of South India and Their Health Benefits

Latha, Selvanathan; Hemamalini, Anandhan; Kumar, S. Dinesh; Senthilkumar, N.; Dhanasekaran, Dharumadurai

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“…In the current investigation, ten types of rice-based cakes (Arisa Pitha, Chakuli Pitha, Chitau Pitha, Enduri Pitha, Gaintha Pitha, Manda Pitha, Muaan Pitha, Podo Pitha, Tala Pitha, and Idli) are documented. The diverse types of rice cakes in the coastal district of Odisha are also reported in various regions of India with different local names (Roy et al 2007;Latha et al 2019;Rani et al 2019;Antony et al 2020;Baruah et al 2020;Palika et al 2020;Tamang 2020;Basaiawmoit et al 2021;Shukla 2021;Basaiawmoita et al 2023). Rice cakes, are not only popular in the coastal districts of Odisha but are also widely consumed in many Asian regions, including Korea, China, Japan, and Myanmar, as a daily food item and during festivals and celebrations (Kim et al 2012).…”

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Sustaining Odisha's legacy: Traditional rice cakes as cultural treasures

Panda,

Dikshit,

Mishra

et al. 2024

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Background: Food in India reflects the complex interplay of caste, class, and spirituality, creating a cultural tapestry that mirrors societal intricacies. This paper focuses on the indigenous knowledge held by women in Odisha's coastal regions, shedding light on the cultural richness surrounding rice cakes and emphasizing the need to preserve these culinary traditions in the face of modernization.Methods: To catalog rice cake varieties, we conducted a survey in the coastal districts of Odisha, India, covering three seasons. Data from one hundred and thirty-three female informants were gathered through semi-structured interviews, key informant discussions, and direct observations. Results:The study documented ten types of rice cakes, ranging from Arisa to Tala Pitha. These rice cakes highlighted a culinary fusion, blending rice with diverse plant and animal-based ingredients, including chenna, coconut (Cocos nucifera), groundnut (Arachis hypogea), ada (Zingiber officinale), among others. Notably, these rice cakes held profound socio-cultural significance-Manda for Kumar Purnima, Poda for Ratha Jatra, and Arisa for marriage ceremonies. All the documented Pithas' were exclusively crafted at the household level, showcasing the expertise and culinary skills of the women in the coastal districts of Odisha. Conclusion:These traditional culinary delights, steeped in tradition, symbolize auspicious occasions, preserving the region's culinary heritage. Passed down through generations, the art of crafting these rice cakes strengthens intergenerational bonds and safeguards cultural traditions. Initiatives like "Food Festivals" play a crucial role in revitalizing indigenous cuisine, fostering awareness, and inspiring the youth to actively contribute to the preservation of their cultural identity.

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Section: Diversity Of Rice-based Cakesmentioning

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Sustaining Odisha's legacy: Traditional rice cakes as cultural treasures

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Dikshit,

Mishra

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Fermented Foods of South Asia

Gomathy,

Sabarinathan,

Rajakumar

et al. 2023

Microbial Fermentations in Nature and as Designed Processes

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Vegetarian ethnic foods of South India: review on the influence of traditional knowledge

Parthasarathi¹,

Hebbani²,

Desai³

2022

J. Ethn. Food

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South Indian cultures are diverse and unique amongst Indian traditions. In spite of many changes in Indian traditions over generations, South Indian states seem to have maintained a great extent of similarity with reference to vegetarian ethnic food habits and the reason behind is not convincingly known. Hindu traditional texts have extensive mention of the ethnic origins of many cultural practices prevailing in India and the present review aims to explore the different vegetarian ethnic foods of South India and also look into the influential role of food related ideologies mentioned in the traditional texts. Ethnographic study data about the prevailing vegetarian foods of the states were generated using multiple tools and presented. It is observed that there is a great extent of similarity amongst the varieties of vegetarian foods being prepared in Hindu communities of South India. Our study also highlights the strong influential role of tradition in evolution of vegetarian foods prevailing even today in South India.

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Ethnic Probiotic Foods of South India and Their Health Benefits

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Sustaining Odisha's legacy: Traditional rice cakes as cultural treasures

Sustaining Odisha's legacy: Traditional rice cakes as cultural treasures

Fermented Foods of South Asia

Vegetarian ethnic foods of South India: review on the influence of traditional knowledge

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