comal

[ koh-mahl; Spanish kaw-mahl ]

noun

, plural co·mals, Spanish co·ma·les [kaw-, mah, -les].

1. a griddle made from sandstone or earthenware.

Word History and Origins

Origin of comal¹

1835–45, Americanism; < Mexican Spanish < Nahuatl comālli

Example Sentences

Heat up a comal or skillet over medium heat, then toast the pasilla chiles for about 1 to 2 minutes, flipping with tongs as they toast.

From Salon

A good tortilla, made fresh and hot off the comal, needs nothing more than a sprinkle of salt to be enjoyed.

From Salon

“At the end of the day, she is showing us that all you need is fire, a comal and some ingredients to cook up these amazing meals,” Mr. Sandoval said.

From New York Times

My memories of it range from clear as a cloudless day to hazy, like the hot steam coming off a taquero’s comal.

From Washington Post

A bulbous cut of pork crisps on the rotating trompo over an open flame and tortillas are flipped on a Mexican comal.

From Los Angeles Times