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clear broth

[/klɪr brɔθ/]
nounpl: clear broths
caldo claro
1. A transparent soup or liquid made by simmering meat, bones, or vegetables in water, strained to remove solids
The chef prepared a delicate clear broth as the first course of the meal.
O chef preparou um caldo claro delicado como primeiro prato da refeição.
2. A light, seasoned liquid used as a base for other soups or dishes
Clear broth is often used as a foundation for consommé.
O caldo claro é frequentemente usado como base para consomé.
Synonyms
stockbouillonconsommébroth
Antonyms
cream soupthick soup

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caldo claro
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
caldo de carne claro
Often specifies meat-based clear broth
Portugal
caldo claro
Standard term in European Portuguese
Portugal
consomé
Used for refined clear broths

Related Idioms & Phrases

light as a clear broth
crystal clear like broth
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