vindaloo
What is another word for vindaloo? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A very hot, tangy curry made with meat marinated in vinegar, garlic, and chilli, originating in Goa.
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How to use vindaloo
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chicken vindaloo
a hot vindaloo
Etymology
From Portuguese vin d'alho, "wine and garlic sauce," carried to Goa by Portuguese settlers and reworked into a fiery Indian curry.
Full origin of vindaloo →Frequently asked questions
What does “vindaloo” mean?
The word “vindaloo” means a very hot, tangy curry made with meat marinated in vinegar, garlic, and chilli, originating in Goa. In plain terms, a very hot curry, originally from Goa, known for its sharp, tangy, chilli-heavy sauce.
How do you pronounce “vindaloo”?
“Vindaloo” is pronounced vihn-duh-LOO (/vɪn.dəˈlu/ in IPA).
How do you use “vindaloo” in a sentence?
Here is “vindaloo” used in a sentence: “He ordered the chicken vindaloo, the hottest dish on the menu.”
What part of speech is “vindaloo”?
“Vindaloo” is a noun.
Where does the word “vindaloo” come from?
The word “vindaloo” comes from Portuguese. From Portuguese vin d'alho, "wine and garlic sauce," carried to Goa by Portuguese settlers and reworked into a fiery Indian curry.
