Chive
noun
A kind of plant with purple flowers and long, thin leaves that are used in cooking for their flavor.
Add some chopped chives on top of the soup for extra flavor.

Often appears as...
- chopped chives
- fresh chives
noun
A kind of plant with purple flowers and long, thin leaves that are used in cooking for their flavor.
Add some chopped chives on top of the soup for extra flavor.

Often appears as...
- chopped chives
- fresh chives
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Herb Usage
Chives are used as a fresh herb in cooking to add a mild onion flavor.

I garnished the mashed potatoes with chives for a pop of color and taste.
Culinary Pairing
Chives pair well with eggs, potatoes, and salads for a subtle enhancement.

Sprinkle some chives into your scrambled eggs for a simple flavor upgrade.
Food Presentation
Chopped chives are often used as a garnish to make dishes more visually appealing.

My bowl of tomato soup was served with a sprinkling of chives on top.
Herb Usage
Chives are used as a fresh herb in cooking to add a mild onion flavor.

I garnished the mashed potatoes with chives for a pop of color and taste.
Culinary Pairing
Chives pair well with eggs, potatoes, and salads for a subtle enhancement.

Sprinkle some chives into your scrambled eggs for a simple flavor upgrade.
Food Presentation
Chopped chives are often used as a garnish to make dishes more visually appealing.

My bowl of tomato soup was served with a sprinkling of chives on top.
Herb Usage
Chives are used as a fresh herb in cooking to add a mild onion flavor.

I garnished the mashed potatoes with chives for a pop of color and taste.
Culinary Pairing
Chives pair well with eggs, potatoes, and salads for a subtle enhancement.

Sprinkle some chives into your scrambled eggs for a simple flavor upgrade.
Food Presentation
Chopped chives are often used as a garnish to make dishes more visually appealing.

My bowl of tomato soup was served with a sprinkling of chives on top.
Quote examples
Alice Waters
American Chef
I love those tiny little onions in the spring that are so small they're almost like a little chive.

Quote examples
Alice Waters
American Chef
I love those tiny little onions in the spring that are so small they're almost like a little chive.

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