marjoram

• Planta herbácea aromática perene da família Lamiaceae, de folhas pequenas e ovais usadas como tempero. Também se refere à própria erva seca ou fresca utilizada como condimento em carnes, aves, ensopados, sopas e omeletes.

A noun referring to an aromatic Eurasian perennial herb whose pungent leaves are used as a seasoning for meats, fowl, stews, soups, and omelets.

1. Aromatic herbB1formalculinary

   A perennial herb from the mint family, native to Eurasia, with small, pungent leaves used as a seasoning.

   Manjerona

   • She added fresh marjoram to the tomato sauce for extra flavor.
   • Marjoram pairs well with roasted chicken and lamb.
   • The recipe calls for a teaspoon of dried marjoram.

2. Culinary seasoningB1formalculinary

   The dried or fresh leaves of the marjoram plant, used to season meats, stews, soups, and omelets.

   Tempero culinário

   • He sprinkled marjoram over the stew before serving.
   • Marjoram is a key ingredient in many Italian dishes.
   • You can substitute oregano for marjoram in a pinch.

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