Events Tagged: "Portuguese"

Portuguese introduce chili peppers to Indonesia - becomes 'cabai', integrates with existing spice culture

Portuguese arrive at Tanegashima, introducing firearms (matchlock guns) to Japan

Portuguese bring tobacco to Japan along with firearms - arrives at Nagasaki, spreads rapidly despite later restrictions

Portuguese introduce chili peppers to India - transforms Indian cuisine forever, spreads through Asia via trade routes

Portuguese traders introduce chili peppers to Thailand - becomes 'prik', fundamental to Thai cuisine within generations

Portuguese create vindaloo in Goa - 'vinha d'alhos' (wine and garlic) adapted with local chilies, becomes iconic dish