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spiralize

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[spahy-ruh-lahyz] / ˈspaɪ rəˌlaɪz /

verb (used with object)

spiralized, spiralizing
  1. to cut or twist in spirals.

    Instead of reaching for a box of starchy spaghetti, spiralize a zucchini.


verb (used without object)

spiralized, spiralizing
  1. to cut something into spirals.

  2. to move in or form spirals.

Etymology

Origin of spiralize

First recorded in 1835–40; spiral ( def. ) + -ize ( def. )

Example Sentences

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We prefer to spiralize our zucchini at home, but you can use store-bought zucchini noodles here.

From Salon Jul. 31, 2021

Meanwhile, spiralize the squash using the slicer blade.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 10, 2016

With the right equipment, we all have the ability to sous vide, slap chop, air fry, spiralize, carbonize and even slice our own bananas.

From Salon Jan. 29, 2014

Oh! he was exceedingly merry; and taking a long inspiration of smoke, removed his cigar, and sat sideways looking at us, letting the vapor slowly wriggle and spiralize out of his mouth.

From Redburn. His First Voyage by Herman Melville

After having my hands in it for only a few minutes, my fingers felt like eels, and began, as it were, to serpentine and spiralize.

From Moby Dick: or, the White Whale by Herman Melville

Rather than the standard accompaniment of noodles or pasta, this cacciatore gets paired with zoodles, or spiralized zucchini, for a fresh — but still satisfying — version.

From Salon Jan. 15, 2023

The only dish I can’t recommend is the potato tower, a spiralized spud fried and served on a skewer.

From Washington Post Aug. 15, 2022

Both the apples and kohlrabi can be spiralized for a fun twist.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2022

The tall, fizzy drinks decorated with sliced fruits, spiralized vegetables and corsages of flowering herbs are new to Chelsea, but they’re all the rage in Tel Aviv, where they’re called gazoz.

From New York Times Sep. 21, 2021

The good thing about this explosive trend is how you can now find packages of ready-made spiralized vegetables in some supermarkets, and they're showing up on more menus and salad bars.

From US News Dec. 23, 2015

In my home, zucchini has gone from a healthy-but-blah side dish to a quick and yummy main entree, simply by spiralizing, sautéing, and dressing it with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

From Slate Dec. 20, 2018

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