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Tag: pipian

Definitions tagged pipian in the street dictionary.

asadura

A staple of Dominican street food, asadura refers to animal liver. It is the key ingredient in pipian (a traditional stew made from organ meats).

Dude, go to Eduardo the goat seller and tell him to send me the asadura for the pipian!

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Bofe

A staple of Dominican street food, this is deep-fried organ meat, specifically lung, usually sold by the piece at roadside stands (known as frituras). It is a legendary late-night snack for curing hangovers and killing hunger after a party, though it is also famous for acting as a laxative.

I ate 2 pieces of bofe on the corner after the party.

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Auyama

The name for pumpkin or squash in the Dominican Republic. (This variety, often called West Indian pumpkin, is a staple ingredient in local dishes like stews and soups).

Auyama desserts are delicious.

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