Definition

A dish made of rice cooked in a seasoned broth, often with added ingredients like vegetables or meat.

Example

For dinner, I made a delicious pilaff with chicken and spices.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making pilaff?

No, I haven't! What's in it?

It's usually made with rice and some spices, super flavorful.

That sounds delicious! I should definitely give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pilaff originates from the Turkish word 'pilav', which refers to a dish of rice cooked in a seasoned broth. The term has been adopted into various languages, including French and English, to describe a similar rice dish, often with added ingredients such as meat or vegetables.

Memory Tip

Think of the Turkish word 'pilav' for a seasoned rice dish — this helps you remember that 'pilaff' refers to a similar flavorful rice preparation.

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