How to pronounce Filet américain

Filet américain is written filet americain where it comes from. In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /filɛ ameʁikɛ̃/. In plain English letters that is fee-LAY ah-may-ree-KAN, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Filet américain?

Filet américain is a main dish of Belgium. Where it comes from: Brussels. People usually eat it at lunch or dinner and as a snack. Its main ingredients are beef and egg. It tastes savory and fresh.

Where Filet américain comes from

Filet américain is one of 32 signature dishes of Belgium on this map. See all dishes from Brussels.

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