ossetra
/əˈsɛtrə/
noun
- A type of sturgeon (a large fish) found in the Caspian Sea, known for producing high-quality caviar.
- Overfishing has made wild ossetra sturgeon increasingly rare.
- The ossetra sturgeon is prized for its rich, nutty-flavored eggs.
- Chefs often recommend ossetra caviar for its firm texture and delicate taste.
- Caviar made from the eggs of the ossetra sturgeon.
- The restaurant served ossetra on blinis with crème fraîche.
- Ossetra is considered one of the finest types of caviar in the world.
- We ordered a small tin of ossetra to celebrate our anniversary.