Definition
calipees
noun
- plural of calipee; the greenish fatty substance found in the lower shell of a turtle, considered a delicacy in cooking
Usage: culinary; often used in historical or traditional cuisine contexts
Examples
- The chef prepared calipees as part of the traditional turtle soup recipe.
- Calipees were once considered a luxury ingredient in European haute cuisine.
- The recipe called for fresh calipees extracted from the turtle's shell.
- Historical cookbooks frequently featured dishes made with calipees.