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cutlets

noun

plural of cutlet

as in cakes

a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried a breaded veal cutlet

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Recent Examples of cutlets Substitute the chicken breasts for cutlets for less prep work and faster cooking time. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026 If pork sounds better to you, consider these lemony sautéed cutlets or our crispy pork cutlets, either of which would complement the dish without overpowering its delicate flavor. — Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026 This recipe works just as well with veal or pork cutlets using the same preparation method. — ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026

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Waiters in Tom Ford tuxedos, meanwhile, passed around crab cakes and spicy rigatoni—the signature dish of Carbone’s eponymous restaurant.

— Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 2 Oct. 2026
The menu features pub-style American fare such as wings, nachos, tacos, crab cakes and Carolina crawfish dip, while the bar serves cocktails, beer and liquor.

— Evan Moore October 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026

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Only light regional dishes and bites such as croquettes, Cinco Jotas ham, cheese, and quince, along with Rioja Alavesa wine, are served for lunch or supper via the Delicatessen or Egukzi Soro Bar and Garden (or room service).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The à la carte menu include standouts like squid ink croquettes and shrimp toast, but the seven-course Chef’s Journey is the best introduction to León’s style.

— Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of croquettes

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Apple fritters are a fresh taste of fall in a cinnamon sugar crust.

— Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
Our custom is inclusive, allowing for rolls, buns, fritters, crumb cakes, muffins, twists, knots, and baked goods in any size, shape, or style.

— Sean Carlson, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026

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