Ossetra: meaning, definitions and examples

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ossetra

 

[ หŒษ’sษ™หˆtrษ‘ห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

caviar type

Ossetra refers to a type of sturgeon caviar that is prized for its rich flavor and distinct nutty taste. The fish, Acipenser gueldenstaedtii, is found primarily in the Caspian and Black Sea basins. Ossetra caviar is one of the most sought-after and can vary in color from amber to dark brown.

Synonyms

black gold, caviar, sturgeon roe

Examples of usage

  • The chef served ossetra caviar as an appetizer.
  • She prefers ossetra over other types of caviar.
  • Ossetra caviar is known for its unique flavor profile.
  • Luxury restaurants often offer ossetra on their menus.

Translations

Translations of the word "ossetra" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคธเฅ‡เคคเฅเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพัะตั‚ั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใ‚ปใƒˆใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ค์„ธํŠธ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุณูŠุชุฑุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅฅๅกž็‰นๆ‹‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพัะตั‚ั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒกแƒ”แƒขแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ossetra

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ossetra

Etymology

The term 'ossetra' originates from the Russian word 'ะพัั‘ั‚ั€' (osรซtr), which means sturgeon. The name specifically refers to the species Acipenser gueldenstaedtii, a sturgeon that primarily inhabits the Caspian Sea. Ossetra sturgeon have been harvested since ancient times, particularly in regions surrounding the Caspian and Black Seas, due to their roe's high value as caviar. Caviar has been a delicacy in many cultures, and the ossetra variety has historically been favored by royalty and the affluent classes. As demand for caviar grew, the sustainable farming of sturgeons became crucial, leading to the reevaluation of ossetra as not only a luxury but also a responsibility in wildlife conservation efforts. Today, ossetra caviar represents both tradition and modern aquaculture, making it a symbol of culinary excellence worldwide.