frisée

[ free-zey ]

1. a variety of endive, Cichorium endivia crispum, with narrow, curly-edged leaves used in salads.

Word History and Origins

Origin of frisée¹

First recorded in 1825–30; from French chicorée frisée “curly endive”; possibly akin to frizz ¹( def ), frizzle ¹( def )

Example Sentences

Finish with a salad of frisee, chives, parsley, tarragon and chervil lightly dressed with the vinaigrette.

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With a frisee salad to start and some really great wine, a cozy booth, and the right company, it makes for a perfect evening.

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I found a recipe on cookstr.com for a frisee salad with burnt garlic vinaigrette.

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