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affumicare

to smoke (food)

/af-foo-mee-KAH-reh/

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What does ‘affumicare’ mean in English?

Examples in Context

Affumicano la provola con legno di faggio per ore.

They smoke the provola cheese with beechwood for hours.

Il salmone affumicato è un ingrediente molto apprezzato in cucina.

Smoked salmon is a highly appreciated ingredient in cooking.

About This Word

Italy has a long tradition of smoked cheeses (provola affumicata, scamorza) and cured meats.

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