Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chop-coarsely
verb
/ʧɑp ˈkɔːrsli/
Definition
To cut food into large pieces, often roughly, instead of finely chopping it.
Examples
- Before adding to the stew, make sure to chop-coarsely the carrots and potatoes for a rustic feel.
- When preparing the salad, chop-coarsely the nuts to keep some crunch in each bite.
Meaning
Chop-coarsely refers to the culinary technique of cutting ingredients into irregular, larger chunks, which allows for a more textured dish and is typically used in recipes where the presentation of larger pieces is desired.
Synonyms
- coarse chop
- rough chop
- chunk
