Blanquette

usgb/blɑ̃ːˈket/
noun

A French dish that is a creamy stew, often made with veal or chicken and a white sauce.

She ordered blanquette de veau for dinner at the French restaurant.
Visual representation of "blanquette" - A French dish that is a creamy stew, often made with veal or chicken and a white sauce.

Often appears as...

  • blanquette de veau
  • blanquette de volaille
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Dish Context

Used to describe a creamy stew in French cuisine, often served with rice.

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At the Parisian bistro, I savored a comforting blanquette.
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Cultural Dish

Associated with French culinary tradition, reflects sophistication and gourmet dining.

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Learning to make blanquette is part of my French cooking class.
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Menu Item

Often listed on French restaurant menus, indicating a white meat stew.

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The chef recommended their signature blanquette de veau.
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