salpicon

/ ˈsælpɪkən /

noun

1. a mixture of chopped fish, meat, or vegetables in a sauce, used as fillings for croquettes, pastries, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of salpicon¹

C18: from French, from Spanish salpicar to sprinkle with salt

Example Sentences

Proceed as above, using some of the salpicon as prepared for the rissoles de homard (No. 400).

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This amount makes about a cupful of salpicon, which is enough for six patties.

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The salpicon given below may be used for filling, if preferred.

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Fill with mushrooms, chicken livers, creamed chicken or any salpicon.

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A mixture of fruits seasoned with sugar and wine is also called a salpicon.

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