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Definition of «filet»

Filet is a French culinary term that refers to a thin slice or portion of meat, typically from a larger cut. The term can also be used to describe a specific dish made with fileted meat, such as filet mignon, which is a tender and lean cut of beef taken from the smaller end of the sirloin. In addition, "filet" may refer to a type of fish or seafood that has been cleaned and skinned, leaving only the flesh behind.

Usage examples

  1. I ordered a filet mignon for dinner at the fancy restaurant.
  2. The fish market had fresh salmon filets on display.
  3. The recipe calls for two filets of cod to be pan-seared.
  4. I prefer to filet the fruits before adding them to the fruit salad.
  5. The butcher offered a choice between filet of beef or filet of pork.
  6. The cooking class taught us how to filet a whole flatfish.
  7. The seafood restaurant proudly offers filet of sole as one of their signature dishes.

Phrases with «filet»

Sentences with «filet»

  • Instead of topping salmon filets with guacamole (which would also be good, albeit messier) here I've put all the ingredients for a great guacamole right in with the salmon. (fieryfoodscentral.com)
  • When oil is sizzling, place fish filets in the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. (laaloosh.com)
  • (I poached a salmon filet in chicken broth tonight, but I'm not sure if I'm a fan of that preparation.) (pink-parsley.com)
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