piccata di pollo
The phrase "chicken piccata" is translated into Italian as piccata di pollo.
Did you know?
- While 'chicken piccata' is a staple in American-Italian restaurants, you will rarely find piccata di pollo on a traditional menu in Italy, as the technique is more commonly used for veal.
- In Italian cuisine, a dish described as piccata is defined by the technique of slicing meat thinly and flouring it, rather than by the specific ingredients in the sauce.
- The word piccata comes from the verb piccare, which means 'to prick'. This refers to the traditional technique of pricking the meat with a fork or knife to help the seasoning penetrate.
Examples in context
- Mi piace tantissimo il Pollo alla Piccata. La combinazione di pollo tenero e salsa al limone è divina!I absolutely love Chicken Piccata. The combination of tender chicken and zesty lemon sauce is divine!
- Vorrei ordinare la piccata di pollo.I would like to order the chicken piccata.
- La piccata di pollo è molto buona.The chicken piccata is very good.
- C'è la piccata di pollo nel menù?Is there chicken piccata on the menu?
Example conversation
Francesco and Giulia are deciding what to eat at a restaurant.
- FrancescoCosa prendi da mangiare, Giulia?What are you eating, Giulia?
- GiuliaPrendo la piccata di pollo.I'll have the chicken piccata.
- FrancescoSembra deliziosa, la prendo anche io.It looks delicious, I'll have it too.
- GiuliaOttima scelta, Francesco!Great choice, Francesco!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries di, piccata, pollo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
