míchaný

Míchaný is a Czech word that translates to "mixed" or "scrambled" in English. Its usage is versatile and depends on the context. In culinary contexts, it most commonly refers to míchaná vajíčka, which is Czech for scrambled eggs. This dish is a breakfast staple in the Czech Republic, prepared by whisking eggs with a small amount of milk or cream and then cooking them gently in a pan until set. It can be served plain or with various additions such as herbs, cheese, or ham.

Beyond food, "míchaný" can also describe anything that is a mixture of different elements. For example, "míchaný salát" would be a mixed salad, implying a combination of different vegetables and possibly other ingredients. Similarly, "míchaný nápoj" means a mixed drink or cocktail. The term emphasizes the combination or blending of separate components into a single entity. The specific meaning is always discernible from the surrounding words and the situation in which it is used.