Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ristra
noun
/ˈristrə/
Definition
A string or bunch of dried peppers or garlic, usually hung to dry.
Examples
- The chef decorated the kitchen with a colorful ristra of red chilies.
- In the autumn, many farmers produce ristras to sell at local markets.
- She used a ristra of garlic to add flavor to her homemade pasta sauce.
Meaning
A ristra is commonly used in cooking, particularly in Southwestern cuisine, where the dried peppers are used for flavoring dishes.
Synonyms
- string
- garland
- bunch
