Chufa (Noun)
Meaning
European sedge having small edible nutlike tubers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Chufa is a type of sedge native to southern Europe, often found growing near rivers and lakes.
- The roots of the chufa plant are often eaten roasted as a snack.
- The nutty flavor of chufa is similar to that of chestnuts and hazelnuts.
- Wild boars love to dig up chufa for their nutritious and filling tubers.
- Ground chufa seeds are often used to make a traditional beverage called horchata.