molhos

[ˈmoʎ.ʊs]
nounmasculinepl: molhos
sauces, gravy, or bundles/bunches
1. Plural of molho - a liquid condiment served with food, typically made from vegetables, spices, and other ingredients
The restaurant offers various molhos to accompany the grilled meats.
O restaurante oferece vários molhos para acompanhar as carnes grelhadas.
2. A bunch or bundle of items tied together, such as herbs or keys
She hung a bunch of keys on the wall.
Ela pendurou um molho de chaves na parede.
3. Gravy or sauce made from meat drippings and broth
The molho de carne enhanced the flavor of the rice.
O molho de carne realçou o sabor do arroz.
In Brazilian cuisine, molhos are essential to meals, particularly in churrascarias (barbecue restaurants) where multiple sauce options accompany grilled meats. Molhos represent an important aspect of Brazilian culinary tradition, with regional variations reflecting local tastes and available ingredients. Families often have their own signature molho recipes passed down through generations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
saucescondimentostemperoscachéusfeixesmolhos de ervas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
molhos
Primary term for sauces and condiments widely used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
molhos
Commonly used in churrascarias and restaurants serving multiple sauce options
São Paulo
molhos
Standard usage in culinary contexts and food establishments
Portugal
molhos
Same meaning and usage as in Brazil; also used for bundles of herbs or produce

Related Words

molhotemperocondimentosalsamaioneseazeitevinagrete

Related Idioms & Phrases

molho inglês - Worcestershire sauce
molho shoyu - soy sauce
molho de pimenta - hot sauce
molho branco - white sauce/béchamel
sem molho - plain, without sauce
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