Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

goujon

Noun
/ɡuːˈʒɒ̃/
Definition
A diminutive of ‘gouge’, often used to refer to a small strip of fish or a fish finger.
Examples
  • She ordered crispy goujons with tartar sauce.
  • The recipe calls for goujons of sole, lightly seasoned and fried.
  • For the appetizer, we served goujons paired with a lemon dip.
Meaning
In culinary terms, goujon usually refers to a piece of fish that is cut into strips, breaded, and fried.
Synonyms
  • Fish stick
  • Fish finger
  • Fried fish strip