Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
olla-podrida
Noun
/oʊ-ya pəˈdriːdə/
Definition
A traditional Spanish stew made with a variety of meats and vegetables, often including remnants of previous meals.
Examples
- The famous olla-podrida contains chicken, beef, and a mix of vegetables.
- During the festival, everyone brought their favorite ingredients to create a large olla-podrida for the community feast.
- She prepared an olla-podrida that was rich in flavors and perfect for a cold evening.
Meaning
The term ‘olla-podrida’ translates to ‘rotten pot’, indicating a dish that combines various ingredients, usually leftovers, into a single stew.
Synonyms
- Mix stew
- Combined stew
- Spanish stew
