Lexical entry

ポンデケージョ

pondekeejo

Small, baked cheese rolls or buns made from cassava flour, originating from Brazil.

Food & DrinkPure GairaigoSource: Portuguese

Meaning

A traditional Brazilian snack consisting of small, baked cheese rolls. They are characterized by a chewy texture due to the use of cassava starch and a distinct cheese flavor.

Brazilian cheese bread

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シュラスコ

Brazilian-style grilled meat served from large skewers.

カトゥピリ

A popular, mild-tasting soft processed cheese from Brazil.

コシーニャ

A popular Brazilian snack consisting of shredded chicken meat, covered in dough, molded into a shape resembling a chicken leg, and then deep-fried.

Evidence and Provenance

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