Fischfilet

fish fillet

noun FISH-fil-ay Rare

Origin: from French filet

Usage Note

Fischfilet is a boneless portion of fish, sold fresh or frozen. It is the most common form in which fish is purchased in Germany. Recipe instructions often specify Fischfilet häuten (skin the fillet) or in Stücke schneiden (cut into pieces).

Examples

"Das Fischfilet in heißem Butterschmalz von beiden Seiten goldbraun braten."

Natural Translation

Fry the fish fillet in hot clarified butter until golden brown on both sides.

Literal Translation

The fish-fillet in hot clarified-butter from both sides golden-brown fry.

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