Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cordon-bleu

noun

/ˌkɔːrdənˈbluː/

Definition

A culinary term used to describe a dish made of meat that is rolled and filled with various ingredients, typically cheese and ham, then coated and fried.

Examples

I ordered a cordon-bleu for dinner, and it was stuffed with delicious ham and melted cheese.
The restaurant is known for its signature cordon-bleu dish, attracting food lovers from far and wide.

Meaning

The term literally means ‘blue ribbon’ in French, indicating something of superior quality or excellence, often used in the context of award-winning chefs or gourmet cooking.