Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mortadela

noun
/mɔːrˈtɑːdə.lə/
Definition
Mortadela is a type of Italian cold cut made from finely hashed or ground pork, often flavored with spices and studded with small cubes of pork fat.
Examples
  • He ordered a sandwich with mortadela and cheese.
  • For lunch, she packed a mortadela salad with olives and tomatoes.
  • This recipe features mortadela as a rich ingredient for pasta dishes.
Meaning
It is a popular deli meat, especially in Mediterranean countries, and is frequently used in sandwiches or served as part of a charcuterie board.
Synonyms
  • bologna
  • salami
  • ham