Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gefilte fish
Noun
/ɡəˈfɪl.tə ˌfɪʃ/
Definition
Gefilte fish is a traditional Jewish dish made from ground deboned fish, typically served as an appetizer.
Examples
- At my grandmother’s seder, she always served gefilte fish as a starter.
- Many families have their own special recipe for homemade gefilte fish.
Meaning
The term ‘gefilte’ comes from the Yiddish word that means ‘stuffed.’ It usually includes a mixture of fish like carp, pike, and whitefish, combined with eggs, onions, and seasonings.
Synonyms
- Stuffed fish
- Fish cake
