Japanese Leek (Noun)
Meaning
Asiatic onion with slender bulbs; used as early green onions.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Japanese leek, known as 'negi' in Japan, has been used for centuries in traditional Japanese cooking.
- A spring vegetable salad made with baby greens and thinly sliced Japanese leek is a popular appetizer in upscale restaurants.
- Japanese leek and shiitake mushrooms make an excellent combination in many Asian dishes.
- In Japan, a common topping for rice bowls is thinly sliced raw Japanese leek and bonito flakes.
- Unlike regular leeks, Japanese leek is harvested and used as an early green onion, preferring cooler temperatures.