noun
- Plural of mangetout; edible pods of a pea plant eaten whole, typically while still young and tender.
Usage: Also called snow peas in North American English.; Commonly used in Asian cuisine and stir-fries.
Examples
- She added fresh mangetouts to the stir-fry.
- The recipe calls for two cups of sliced mangetouts.
- Mangetouts are a good source of vitamins and fiber.
- We picked mangetouts from the garden in early summer.
- The chef arranged mangetouts on the plate as a garnish.