What additional food is traditionally prohibited during Passover alongside chometz?

During Passover, in addition to the prohibition of chometz (leavened bread and products), there is a traditional restriction against consuming kitniyos. Kitniyos refers to a category of foods, including legumes, rice, corn, and certain grains that are not fermented but were historically linked to chometz due to their potential for confusion during grain harvesting and processing. This tradition is particularly observed among Ashkenazi Jews.

The prohibition against kitniyos is not universally accepted, as Sephardic Jews often permit the consumption of kitniyos during Passover. Nevertheless, for those who observe this restriction, it represents a significant part of the dietary laws during the Passover holiday, reinforcing the distinction and care taken to avoid any leavened products or their derivatives.

Understanding this distinction highlights the variety of observances within Jewish traditions and the cultural significance of food restrictions during this holiday.