Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spitchcock
verb
/ˈspɪtʃ.kɒk/
Definition
To spitchcock is a method of preparing fish, specifically flat fish, by splitting them open and laying them flat for cooking.
Examples
- He decided to spitchcock the flounder to grill it more evenly.
- When you spitchcock a fish, it reduces the cooking time significantly.
Meaning
The term often refers to a style of cooking where the fish is gutted and sometimes boned, then pressed flat to increase surface area for frying or grilling.
Synonyms
- Butterfly
- Split open
