Kutach
| Alternative names | Kutach HaBavli |
|---|---|
| Type | Condiment |
| Region or state | Babylonia |
Kutach is a dairy-based dip that was commonly eaten with bread in Ancient Babylonian cuisine.
History
[edit]Kutach is mentioned in a variety of Jewish sources.
The Mishnah mentions it in Pesachim 3:1, as an example of chametz.
The Mishneh Torah mentions it in a few discussions, as an example of chametz[1] and as an example of dairy in discussions[2] regarding the prohibition of eating meat with milk.
The Shulchan Aruch also mentions it in a discussion[3] regarding the prohibition of eating meat with milk as an example of dairy