General
parma
What does parma mean?
A chicken parmigiana; a crumbed chicken schnitzel topped with sauce and cheese, a pub staple. Also 'parmi'.
"I'll get the chicken parma and chips."
Origin
Abbreviation of 'parmigiana'; a pub-meal favourite (called 'parmi' in some states).
Frequently asked questions
What is a parma in Australia?
A parma is a chicken parmigiana: a crumbed chicken schnitzel topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese, a classic Aussie pub meal usually served with chips and salad.
Is it called a parma or a parmi?
Both. Victorians tend to say 'parma' while South Australians and some other states say 'parmi' — it's a long-running friendly rivalry.
Where does the word parma come from?
It's a shortening of 'parmigiana', the Italian-derived name for the dish.
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