samphire

/ˈsæmfaɪər/
noun
  1. A plant that grows in salty coastal areas, with fleshy leaves that can be eaten as a vegetable or used in pickles.
    • The chef added a handful of samphire to the salad for a briny flavor.
    • We gathered fresh samphire along the shore and steamed it for dinner.
    • Samphire has a salty, crunchy taste that goes well with fish.
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