tarjoiltaessa

Tarjoiltaessa is a Finnish word that translates to "when serving" or "upon serving" in English. It is a temporal adverbial form of the verb "tarjoilla," which means "to serve." This word is commonly used in culinary contexts, such as in recipes or restaurant menus, to indicate when a particular action or preparation should take place in relation to the serving of a dish.

For example, a recipe might state "Lisää yrtit tarjoiltaessa," meaning "Add the herbs when serving." This instructs the cook to add fresh herbs just before the food is presented to the diners, often to enhance aroma and visual appeal. Similarly, a menu might describe a dessert as "Tarjoiltaessa vaniljakastikkeen kera," which translates to "Served with vanilla sauce." This clarifies that the vanilla sauce is an accompaniment provided at the time of serving.

The word "tarjoiltaessa" emphasizes the moment of presentation and consumption. It can also be used more broadly to describe events or actions that occur when something is offered or presented to someone, not strictly limited to food. However, its most frequent application remains within the realm of food and drink service, signifying the point at which the prepared item is made available to the recipient. Understanding "tarjoiltaessa" is key to correctly interpreting instructions and descriptions in Finnish culinary contexts.