turtle bean

Thân thiện

A chef adds turtle beans to a simmering pot of soup.

Definition

Noun: 1. A variety of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) with small, shiny, black seeds: The term "turtle bean" refers to the dried, black-seeded bean commonly used in cooking, particularly in Latin American cuisine. It is named for its hard, dark shell, which is reminiscent of a turtle's shell.

Usage

• "Turtle bean" is used as a countable noun to refer to the individual beans or as a mass noun to refer to the food ingredient.
• It is most commonly used in the context of cooking, recipes, and agriculture.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe calls for one cup of dried turtle beans, soaked overnight.
  • These turtle beans have a rich, earthy flavor that is perfect for soups.
  • She grows turtle beans in her garden every summer.

Advanced Usage

• Culinary Context: In professional and home cooking, "turtle bean" is often used interchangeably with "black bean," though some culinary experts note "turtle bean" can specifically denote a smaller, shinier, and denser variety.
  • For an authentic Cuban black bean soup, chefs often prefer the denser turtle bean.

Variants and Related Words

• Black bean (noun): A common synonym for "turtle bean," though "black bean" can be a broader category.
• Frijol negro (noun): The Spanish term for black bean, frequently used in the same contexts.

Synonyms

• Black bean

Related Phrases/Compounds

• Turtle bean soup: A dish made primarily from this type of bean.
  • His famous turtle bean soup is the highlight of the menu.

Học thuật

Noun

1. black-seeded bean of South America; usually dried

Từ đồng nghĩa

• black bean