Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nata
noun
/ˈnɑːtə/
Definition
a type of cream collected from the surface of milk after it has been allowed to rest or has been skimmed from the top of the milk after boiling.
Examples
- In Portugal, nata is often used in desserts like pasteis de nata.
- Nata can be served with fresh fruits or drizzled over cakes for added richness.
Meaning
In culinary terms, ‘nata’ refers to clotted cream or cream that has thickened, often used in desserts and cooking.
Synonyms
- cream
- clotted cream
- heavy cream