(US) A Hawaiian meal consisting of white rice, macaroni salad, and an entrée.
(US) A Hawaiian meal consisting of white rice, macaroni salad, and an entrée.
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A Hawaiian culinary institution: a lunch plate loaded with portions from more than one main dish — think teriyaki chicken alongside kalbi ribs, or loco moco sharing space with something fried, all piled over two scoops of rice and a scoop of mac salad. The mixed plate reflects Hawaii's multicultural food culture, where Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Chinese, and American influences have merged into something entirely their own. Ordering a mixed plate is committing to abundance.
(US) A plate lunch with more than one entrée.
(India) A full meal with a fixed set of dishes as components, often but not necessarily served at a restaurant.
A light meal usually eaten around midday, notably when not as main meal of the day.