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Definition of «fillet»

The term fillet refers to a thin, flat cut of meat or fish that is usually taken from the side of an animal or the belly of a fish. It can also refer to a strip of material used for reinforcement or decoration in various industries such as construction and fashion design. In cooking, it often means a dish made with thin slices of meat or fish that are marinated, breaded, or grilled.

Usage examples

  1. The chef prepared a delicious salmon fillet for dinner.
  2. The fishmonger cleaned and trimmed the cod fillets before packaging them for sale.
  3. The butcher expertly cut a beef tenderloin into thick fillets for grilling.
  4. The recipe calls for a chicken breast fillet to be marinated in a blend of herbs and spices.
  5. The seafood restaurant served a platter of assorted fish fillets, including grouper, flounder, and snapper.
  6. The cook carefully seasoned the pork fillet with salt, pepper, and garlic before searing it in a hot skillet.
  7. The supermarket offers a variety of pre-packaged fillets, such as tilapia, halibut, and trout.
  8. The baker added a delicate fish-shaped pastry fillet on top of the cream cake for a decorative touch.
  9. The sushi chef skillfully sliced a sushi roll into bite-sized fillets, displaying an artful presentation.
  10. The cooking show host demonstrated how to fillet a whole chicken, separating the breast, thigh, and wing portions.

Phrases with «fillet»

Sentences with «fillet»

  • Meanwhile, lightly coat both sides of salmon fillets with cooking spray; season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. (health.com)
  • We will replace all wild whole fish and fish fillets with fish by - products and responsibly farmed seafood products. (mars.com)
  • You have the choice of salmon fillet with Tuscan sauce or vegetarian couscous for the main meal. (theguardian.com)
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