Food Ingredients - Root and Tuber Vegetables

Here you will learn the names of root and tuber vegetables in English such as "ginger", "parsnip", and "potato".

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beet [noun]

a vegetable with a round dark red root that is used in cooking or producing sugar

Ex: The recipe called for simmering beets to make a rich and vibrant soup .

bamboo shoot [noun]

the tender and edible shoot of the bamboo plant

Ex: As a chef , I add bamboo shoots to my signature soup for a delightful twist .

burdock [noun]

a plant with edible roots and large leaves, known for its potential health benefits

Ex: After hearing about its benefits , I wanted to incorporate burdock into my daily diet .

camas [noun]

a flowering plant native to North America, known for its edible bulbs

Ex: My sister was enjoying a meal that included roasted camas bulbs .

carrot [noun]

a long orange vegetable that grows beneath the ground and is eaten cooked or raw

Ex: The children snacked on carrot chips instead of potato chips .

ginger [noun]

a thick and spicy root with pale brown color used as a seasoning in cooking, particularly in powder form

Ex: They planted ginger roots in their backyard garden and eagerly waited for them to sprout .

cassava [noun]

the long and starchy roots of a tropical plant that is native to South America, used in cooking

Ex: They discovered a new cassava dish during their travels and could n't wait to recreate it at home .

daikon [noun]

a mild radish with a white slender root that is used in Asian cuisine

Ex: We went to a Japanese restaurant and enjoyed a delicious bowl of miso soup with daikon slices .

earthnut pea [noun]

a plant that grows small, peanut-like tubers that can be eaten

Ex: We went for a picnic and enjoyed earthnut peas as a healthy and portable snack .

yam [noun]

a large edible root of a tropical climbing plant with a red skin

Ex: She used grated yam to make fluffy and satisfying yam pancakes for breakfast .

taro [noun]

a root vegetable commonly used in cooking, with a starchy texture and a nutty flavor

Ex: Combining taro with coconut milk creates a delightful taro pudding for dessert .

parsley [noun]

an aromatic herb with flat or curly leaves, typically chopped and used to garnish or season food

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horseradish [noun]

the root of a European plant of the mustard family, with a white color and a strong flavor

Ex: He mixed horseradish with cream cheese and spread it on crackers for a quick snack .

galangal [noun]

a spicy root with a citrusy taste, often used in Southeast Asian cooking

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parsnip [noun]

the white root of a plant of the parsley family with a sweet taste that is used in cooking

Ex: We visited a farm and learned about the different varieties of parsnips .

pignut [noun]

a small edible tuber with a nutty flavor, commonly found in woodlands and used as a wild food source

Ex: He used pignuts as a creative substitute for nuts in his homemade granola bars .

arrowroot [noun]

a tropical plant with edible rhizomes that are commonly used as a source of starch in cooking and baking

Ex: He planted arrowroot in his backyard garden .

potato [noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: I sliced the potatoes into thin rounds and made homemade potato chips .

turnip [noun]

a root vegetable with creamy flesh and white and purple skin, used in cooking

Ex: The farmer harvested a large crop of turnips , which he planned to sell at the local market .

radish [noun]

an edible root of red color with a pungent taste that is eaten raw in salads

Ex: She sliced the radishes into thin rounds and added them to a fresh garden salad .

rutabaga [noun]

the swollen yellow root of a plant of the cabbage family, used in cooking

Ex: She roasted the rutabaga cubes with olive oil and herbs .

swede [noun]

the swollen yellow root of a plant of the cabbage family, used in cooking

Ex: He used swede slices as a healthier alternative to french fries .

salsify [noun]

a root vegetable with a long, slender shape and a mild, earthy flavor often compared to that of oysters

Ex: He used salsify as a main ingredient in a creamy soup .

scorzonera [noun]

a root vegetable with a long, black-skinned appearance and a subtle, nutty flavor reminiscent of asparagus or artichokes

Ex: He hid scorzonera in kid-friendly recipes , aiming to mask its taste for children .

skirret [noun]

a root vegetable with a sweet and delicate flavor, resembling a combination of carrots and parsnips

Ex: I did n't know that skirret may not be as readily available as more common root vegetables .

sweet potato [noun]

a vegetable similar to a potato in shape that has a sweet taste and white flesh

Ex: She used sweet potatoes in a hearty soup to add natural sweetness and texture .

turmeric [noun]

a yellow aromatic powder that is obtained by grinding the root of a plant of the ginger family, widely used in Asian cuisines

Ex: We used turmeric in a homemade face scrub for potential exfoliating and brightening effects .

water caltrop [noun]

an aquatic plant known for its distinctive horn-shaped nuts

Ex: Water caltrop contains essential minerals such as potassium and vitamin K.

water chestnut [noun]

an aquatic plant that produces edible, tuber-like corms with a crisp texture and subtly sweet flavor

Ex: She attended a cooking class where she learned to prepare a Chinese dish using water chestnut as the main ingredient .

sugar beet [noun]

a root vegetable known for its high sugar content, commonly cultivated for the production of sugar

Ex: He asked the farmer about the best way to store sugar beets to keep them fresh for a longer period .

beetroot [noun]

a vegetable with a round and dark red root that is eaten as food

Ex: He discovered a new recipe for beetroot hummus and could n't wait to try it out at his next family gathering .

mooli [noun]

a mild radish with a white slender root that is used in Asian cuisine

Ex: My roommate and I engaged in a friendly debate about the different ways to prepare mooli .

spud [noun]

a potato

Ex: I 'm craving some crispy spud tonight .

manioc [noun]

the long and starchy roots of a tropical plant that is native to South America, used in cooking

Ex: The locals generously shared their knowledge of manioc processing techniques.

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