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chicory Definition

chico·ry (c̸hik′ə rē)

noun pl. -·ries

  1. a perennial weedy plant (Cichorium intybus) of the composite family, usually with blue flowers: the young leaves are used as a salad
  2. its root, roasted and ground, as for mixing with coffee

Etymology: ME cicory < OFr cicorée < L cichorium < Gr kichora, kichoreia, chicory, endive, succory

chicory Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • force: Forcing chicory improves the flavor by reducing the bitterness.
  • caramelize: My duck was more traditionally presented, nestling alongside dauphinoise potatoes and caramelized chicory.
  • add: Add the chicory and simmer, uncovered, until tender, for about 8 minutes.
  • use: Guinea fowl stewed with Treviso Chicory and Crème Fraîche is a deliciously rich and caramelized dish, using the maroon chicory from Treviso.
  • halve: Drain and halve the chicory heads, and scoop out the centers.
  • drink: He ate dry bread and drank chicory ( instead of coffee ).

Modifies a noun

  • root: Boil 1 ½ cup of chicory root for 5 - 10 minutes.
  • leave: Arrange chicory leaves around the edge of a serving plate.
  • coffee: There was a bicycle basket across the handlebars in which she carried a flask of chicory coffee.
  • essence: The only " coffee " I had as a kid was Camp - chicory essence - and it was horrible.
  • cichorium: Chicory Cichorium intybus Beautiful clear blue flowers are an unexpected treat from this well known culinary herb.