amba
1
8.0
- noun
- UK
- The street vendor offered amba as a topping for the shawarma wrap.
Examples
-
I love adding amba to my sandwiches.
-
Many people enjoy the tangy taste of amba with grilled meats and vegetables.
-
She added a spoonful of amba to her falafel for a burst of flavor.
-
Have you tried amba with your curry?
-
At the restaurant, I ordered a falafel wrap with amba for an extra burst of flavor.
-
She always adds amba to her sandwiches because it enhances the taste with its tangy flavor.
-
For my curry, I made sure to include amba as it complements the dish perfectly.
Synonyms
2
2.7
A sweet, spicy sauce that uses mangoes and goes well with Indian dishes
1
3.1
A spicy sauce made from chopped fruit or vegetables cooked in vinegar and sugar
How Tangy
Surface Forms
Etymology
Amba is a tangy pickled mango sauce found in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking. The name comes from the South Asian word for 'mango', because the condiment is made from mango, which is why it tastes like a spicy, sour 'mango' topping.