French Endive (Noun)
Meaning
Young broad-leaved endive plant deprived of light to form a narrow whitish head.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The salad featured tender shoots of baby French endive, carefully arranged around slices of succulent salmon.
- French endive has an unmistakable delicate flavor that pairs perfectly with rich blue cheeses.
- As the waiter began to describe the evening's specials, he gestured towards the elegantly dressed French endive and frisée.
- To make a memorable amuse-bouche, the chef tossed diced French endive with toasted hazelnuts and pomegranate seeds.
- Some ingredients, like this milky white French endive, benefit from complete darkness to reach their full flavor and texture.