pastirma means A highly seasoned, air-dried cured beef in Ottoman cuisine. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 82 out of 100.
Etymology
From Ottoman Turkish باصدرمه (pastırma) (modern Turkish pastırma). Doublet of pastrama.
noun
- A highly seasoned, air-dried cured beef in Ottoman cuisine.“Filet mignon wrapped in air-cured beef pastirma (7 ounces, which is two medallions, for $15) is another option, as are marinated vegetables, also ready for a rich burnish ($5 for 8 ounces).”