matelote Definition
a fish stew made with red wine, onions, and mushrooms.
Using matelote: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "matelote" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The matelote was served with a side of crusty bread.
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The chef's secret ingredient in his matelote recipe is a dash of cognac.
Phrases with matelote
a sauce made from the cooking liquid of a matelote dish, typically thickened with butter and flour
Example
The fish was served with a rich matelote sauce.
matelote d'anguilles
a traditional French dish of eels cooked in a matelote sauce
Example
Matelote d'anguilles is a classic French dish that is not commonly found in restaurants.
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Matelote de saumon is a popular dish in French cuisine.
Origins of matelote
from Old French 'matelot', meaning 'sailor'
Summary: matelote in Brief
The term 'matelote' [ma-tl-ot] refers to a fish stew made with red wine, onions, and mushrooms. It is often served with crusty bread and can be made with various types of fish, such as salmon or eel. Variations include matelote sauce, which is made from the cooking liquid of the dish, and matelote d'anguilles, a traditional French dish of eels cooked in matelote sauce.
