salmi

[ sal-mee ]

noun

1. a ragout of partially cooked game, as pheasant or woodcock, stewed in wine and butter.

salmi

/ ˈsælmɪ /

noun

1. a ragout of game stewed in a rich brown sauce

Word History and Origins

Origin of salmi¹

1750–60; < French, short for salmigondis salmagundi ( def )

Word History and Origins

Origin of salmi¹

C18: from French, shortened form of salmigondis salmagundi

Example Sentences

Simmer gently for a few minutes till the salmi is hot throughout, then serve directly.

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If the Salmi is made of partridges, use oranges instead of lemons for the juice and garnishing.

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The "Salmi of ptarmigan" appeared as a great wash of gravy in which portions of the much cut-up bird swam in vain for their lives.

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The remains of partridges may be hashed or served in a plain salmi, precisely as directed for pheasants.

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Really, that salmi yesterday,—couldn't have it better done at the "Rag" now.

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