Samphire

usgb/ˈsæmfaɪər/
noun

A plant that grows near the sea and has fleshy leaves, often used in cooking.

She added fresh-picked samphire as a garnish to the fish dish.
Visual representation of "samphire" - A plant that grows near the sea and has fleshy leaves, often used in cooking.

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  • pick samphire
  • cook samphire
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Culinary Context

Samphire is primarily used for culinary purposes, highlighting its edibility.

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The chef suggested we try the samphire with butter sauce.
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Taste Profile

Knowing its slightly salty taste helps in using it properly in dishes.

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Samphire's salty crunch complemented the sweetness of the scallops.
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Foraging Reference

In some regions, foraging for samphire is a traditional activity.

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They went to the marshes to forage for samphire.
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