Especias (en. Spices)

/esˈpeθias/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Aromatic substances, usually of plant origin, used to flavor food.

Spices are essential in Indian cooking.

Las especias son esenciales en la cocina india.

Mix of ingredients used in gastronomy to enhance the flavor of a dish.

He used a mix of spices to prepare the roasted chicken.

Usó una mezcla de especias para preparar el pollo asado.

Substances that not only add flavor but also preserve food.

Spices like garlic and cumin help preserve food.

Las especias como el ajo y el comino ayudan a conservar los alimentos.

From Latin 'species', meaning 'appearance, form'; in this context, it refers to substances that add specific qualities to food.

a pinch of spices

a small amount of spices added to a dish.

una pizca de especias

spice mix

variety of spices used in a culinary preparation.

juego de especias

exotic spices

spices that are not common in local cuisine but provide a unique flavor.

especias exóticas

condiment

Substance added to food to give it flavor.

condimento

seasoning

Mix of spices used to season food.

sazonador

aroma

Substance that gives a pleasant smell and delights the palate.

aroma

Something varied or different in a specific context.

That party had spices, it was very fun.

Esa fiesta tuvo especias, fue muy divertida.

Striking style or attitude.

That girl has a lot of spices in her way of dressing.

Esa chica tiene muchas especias en su forma de vestir.