tortilla
tortilla Lexical Profile
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• noun
A thin, round, unleavened flatbread traditionally made from maize (corn) or wheat flour, originating in Mesoamerica and used extensively in Mexican and Central American cuisine.
"She warmed the corn tortilla on the griddle before filling it with grilled chicken and fresh salsa."
A thick, traditional Spanish dish made by frying eggs, potatoes, and sometimes onions, similar to an omelet or frittata.
"For tapas, we ordered a slice of potato tortilla and a bowl of marinated olives."
Word Nuance & Usage
In the Americas, a tortilla refers to a thin flatbread made of corn or wheat, whereas in Spain, the word traditionally refers to a thick omelet made with eggs and potatoes.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish 'tortilla', literally meaning 'little cake', a diminutive of 'torta' (cake), which derives from Late Latin 'torta' (a round bread).
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