Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
panocha
Noun
/pəˈnōCHə/
Definition
A type of unrefined sugar made from the sap of the sugarcane or the juice of the date palm.
Examples
- She added panocha to the dessert for a deeper sweetness.
- The recipe calls for panocha instead of regular brown sugar.
Meaning
Panocha is often used in Hispanic cooking and has a distinct flavor that adds richness to various dishes.
Synonyms
- Brown sugar
- Raw sugar
- Jaggery
