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spotted dick

/ˈspɒtɪd dɪk/

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/ˈspɒtɪd dɪk/B1informalbritishculinary
  • ruТрадиционный британский паровой пудинг с сухофруктами (например, смородиной или изюмом), обычно подаваемый с заварным кремом. Название связано с пятнистым видом фруктов внутри пудинга.

A traditional British steamed pudding containing dried fruit (such as currants or raisins), typically served with custard. The name refers to the spotted appearance of the fruit within the pudding.

  1. Traditional British dessertB2informalbritish

    A steamed suet pudding containing dried fruit (usually currants or raisins), often served with custard.

    ruТрадиционный британский десерт

    • For dessert, the pub served spotted dick with warm custard.
    • My grandmother makes the best spotted dick from her old family recipe.
    • Spotted dick is a classic comfort food in British cuisine.