scorzonera
- noun
- /ˌskɔrzəˈnɪrə/
- UK
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scorzonera
- Have you ever tried scorzonera soup?
Examples
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The roots of scorzonera are often cooked and served like salsify.
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The chef used scorzonera to add a unique flavor to the vegetable dish.
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She planted scorzonera in her vegetable garden for its edible black roots.
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I enjoy cooking with scorzonera in my vegetable dishes.
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The long black roots of scorzonera are often used in European dishes like soups and stews.
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Many people prefer scorzonera over salsify because of its unique flavor and texture.
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During the spring harvest, scorzonera can be found fresh in local markets, ready for cooking.
Synonyms
A European plant with long black roots that you can eat like a carrot
A plant with long black roots that you eat as a vegetable
A plant with narrow leaves, a single yellow flower, and long black roots like carrots you can eat
Compounds
- Specialized
A European plant with long black roots that you can eat like a carrot
Surface Forms
Etymology
Scorzonera probably comes from an old Italian or Spanish word scorzone that means 'viper', because people long ago used the plant to treat 'snakebite'. That's why scorzonera became the name for the long, black-rooted plant we also call 'black salsify' and eat like a vegetable.
