Schmalz: meaning, definitions and examples

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schmalz

 

[ สƒmษ‘lts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

culinary term

Schmalz is a type of rendered fat from pork or goose, traditionally used in German and Jewish cuisine. The fat is typically cooked down until it becomes liquid and is then used for frying or as a spread. Schmalz can be flavored with onions, apples, or other seasonings to enhance its taste. This ingredient plays a significant role in various dishes, particularly in pastries and savory spreads.

Synonyms

dripping, lard, rendered fat

Examples of usage

  • I spread schmalz on my bread for breakfast.
  • The recipe calls for schmalz to add richness to the flavor.
  • In Germany, schmalz is often served with pickles and bread.
  • He cooked the potatoes in schmalz for extra flavor.

Translations

Translations of the word "schmalz" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gordura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฐเฅเคฌเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schmalz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lemak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ smalec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒฅใƒžใƒซใƒ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท graisse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ manteca

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yaฤŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šˆ๋ง์ธ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุญู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรกdlo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ masลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Œชๆฒน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mast

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fita

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒฎแƒ˜แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yaฤŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ manteca

Etymology

The word 'schmalz' comes from the German language, where it literally means 'fat' or 'grease'. Its origins date back to Middle High German 'sma(l)z', which is derived from Old High German 'sme(l)z'. Traditionally, schmalz was an essential part of German cuisine, especially in rural areas where animals were raised for their fat. It became a staple for many households, used not only for cooking but also as a spread for bread. The use of schmalz extended to Jewish culinary traditions, particularly in Ashkenazi culture, where it has been used in various traditional dishes. As culinary practices evolved, schmalz remained an integral ingredient in many recipes, showcasing the rich cultural heritage associated with it.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,227, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.