Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

almondega

noun

/ˌɑːlˈmɒn.də.ɡə/

Definition

A traditional Portuguese and Brazilian dish made of ground meat, often mixed with spices and other ingredients, shaped into balls and then cooked by frying, baking, or stewing.

Examples

I love almondegas in tomato sauce with pasta.
The restaurant serves almondegas as a part of their traditional meal.
She made homemade almondegas for dinner last night.

Meaning

The term ‘almondega’ refers to a meatball, specifically one that is popular in Portuguese-speaking cultures. It is commonly served with sauce, accompanied by rice or pasta, or used in sandwiches.