Juliana (en. Juliana)

/xuˈljana/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Type of vegetable cut, generally in long, thin strips.
The recipe requires that the tomatoes be cut julienne.
La receta requiere que los tomates sean cortados en juliana.
In some contexts, it refers to a dish prepared with vegetables cut in this style.
She served a dish of julienne vegetables.
Sirvió un plato de verduras a la juliana.
The way an ingredient is presented, especially in cuisine.
The peppers were presented julienne for the salad.
Los pimientos fueron presentados en juliana para la ensalada.

Etymology

Derived from the proper name 'Juliana', associated with the style of cutting attributed to French cuisine.

Common Phrases and Expressions

julienne cut
It specifically refers to the style of cutting into thin strips.
corte juliana
julienne vegetables
Dish that contains vegetables prepared in this style of cut.
verduras a la juliana

Related Words

cut
Action of separating food into parts.
cortar
strips
Long and thin pieces, similar to those obtained by cutting julienne.
tiras
salad
Dish that may include ingredients cut julienne.
ensalada

Slang Meanings

Term that refers to an orderly and methodical lifestyle.
She is very julienne in her way of organizing herself.
Ella es muy juliana en su forma de organizarse.
Used to describe a person who enjoys healthy and creative cooking.
She always looks for julienne recipes for dinner.
Siempre busca recetas juliana para cenar.