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    Callos (en. Calluses)

    /ˈka.ʝos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Calluses are the mucosa of the stomach of ruminants, used in gastronomy.
    Madrileno-style calluses are a typical dish from Madrid.
    Los callos a la madrileña son un plato típico de Madrid.
    It refers to a stew in which these stomachs are cooked with different seasonings.
    I love to prepare calluses with chickpeas in winter.
    Me encanta preparar callos con garbanzos en invierno.
    The texture is very particular, often being tender and gelatinous.
    The chef demonstrated how to clean and cook calluses for an exquisite dish.
    El chef mostró cómo limpiar y cocinar callos para un platillo exquisito.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'calamus', which refers to the tube of the stomach.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    madrileno-style calluses
    A traditional Spanish dish that includes calluses, chorizo, and chickpeas.
    callos a la madrileña
    to make calluses
    To prepare a stew of calluses with spices and other ingredients.
    hacer callos

    Related Words

    stew
    Preparation of food cooked slowly.
    guiso
    taco
    Bite of meat or stew wrapped in tortillas.
    taco

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it refers to something tough or hard to break.
    He is a tough man; he withstands any difficulty.
    Es un hombre de callos; aguanta cualquier dificultad.
    It is used to describe someone who is very stubborn.
    There’s no way to convince him; he’s hard-headed.
    No hay forma de convencerlo, tiene callos en la cabeza.