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pork belly

[/pɔːrk ˈbɛli/]
nounpl: pork bellies
barriga de porco
1. The underside of a pig, typically used as a cut of meat that is fatty and flavorful, often cured to make bacon or used in cooking for flavor
The chef used pork belly to add richness to the braised dish.
O chef usou barriga de porco para adicionar riqueza ao prato braseado.
2. A culinary ingredient known for its fat content and ability to become crispy when cooked properly
Pork belly is a staple in Asian cuisine.
A barriga de porco é um ingrediente básico na culinária asiática.
Synonyms
belly porkpork sidepancetta (when cured)

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
barriga de porco
most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
costela de porco com barriga
sometimes includes reference to rib section
Portugal
barriga de porco
standard Portuguese term, also known as 'entremeado'
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