molokhia
Definitions
n. A traditional Middle Eastern and North African soup made from finely chopped Jew's mallow (Corchorus leaves) simmered with garlic, coriander, and broth, often served with rice or bread and sometimes accompanied by meat.
Example Sentences
"I made a pot of molokhia, and it was bright green and a bit slimy."
"The dish Molokhia is considered by many as the national dish of Egypt." (source)
Languages of Origin
- Arabic / Judeo-Arabic
Etymology
ملوخية mulūkhiyyah
- Egyptian Jews
- North America
- None
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Alternative Spellings
mulukhiyah, molokheya, mulukhiya, molokhiah, mloukhieh, molochia, molochiya
Notes
Jew's mallow can be found in the frozen section of some Middle Eastern grocery stores.
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