Asados (en. Roasts)
/aˈsaðos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Typical dish of certain culinary traditions where meat or vegetables are cooked over fire.
Barbecues are an important part of Argentine culture.
Los asados son una parte importante de la cultura argentina.
Party or gathering in which meat is grilled.
We will have a barbecue this weekend at home.
Haremos un asado este fin de semana en casa.
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'asar', which means to cook something over fire.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have a barbecue
To hold a barbecue or cook meat over fire.
hacer un asado
charcoal barbecue
Barbecue prepared using charcoal as a heat source.
asado al carbón
short ribs barbecue
Specific cut of meat used in barbecues.
asado de tira
Related Words
to roast
Cooking food using direct heat from a source.
asar
grill
Element where barbecues are cooked.
parrilla
meat
Main food product in a barbecue.
carne
Slang Meanings
Chilean barbecue
In Chile, the Chilean barbecue includes sausages and beef.
En Chile, el asado a la chilena incluye longanizas y carne de res.
Person from Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, a porteño is always ready for a good barbecue.
En Buenos Aires, un porteño siempre estará dispuesto a un buen asado.