garlic chive

B2Botany

(technical)A perennial herb with long, flat, green leaves and white flowers, scientifically known as Allium tuberosum.

B2Cooking

(culinary)The leaves of a herb used for their mild garlic flavor in various dishes, especially in Asian cuisine.

Example

• She added chopped garlic chives to the stir-fry for extra flavor.
• Garlic chives are often used as a garnish in soups and salads.