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coastal [noun]

Giligili ya jikoni

Maana (Definition)

Coriander spice used in seasoning coastal dishes like biryani and curries.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

crushed coriander spice blend

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

giligili

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Culinary
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mama aliweka giligili ya jikoni kwenye mchuzi wa kuku."

Translation: Mother placed crushed coriander spice into the chicken curry.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
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