Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

relleno

noun

re-yeh-no

Definition

A word of Spanish origin meaning ‘filling’ or ‘stuffing’. It is often used in culinary contexts.

Examples

Chicken relleno is a popular dish where chicken is stuffed with various fillings.
She prepared a delicious tomato relleno for the family dinner.
Relleno can also refer to the stuffed peppers served as an appetizer.

Meaning

Relleno refers to any type of filling that is used to add flavor, texture, or substance to dishes. It can be found in various cuisines, especially in Latin American cooking.