Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offal
noun
/ˈɔːfəl/
Definition
Offal refers to the organs and entrails of a butchered animal that are used as food.
Examples
- The chef prepared a dish using beef offal, highlighting its rich flavors.
- In some cultures, offal is considered a delicacy and is commonly found in traditional recipes.
- The farmer used every part of the animal, including offal, to minimize waste.
Meaning
The term is often used in cooking to signify parts of an animal that are not the muscle cuts typically sold as meat.
Synonyms
- variety meat
- organ meat
- entrails
