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What is meant by 'gari'?

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What is meant by 'gari'?

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The term "gari" can refer to a few different things depending on the context:

1. Gari (Ginger):
  • Definition: Thinly sliced, sweet, pickled ginger.
  • Usage: Commonly served with sushi. It is used as a palate cleanser between different types of sushi.
  • Source: Serious Eats - Sushi Terminology
2. Gari (West African Food):
  • Definition: Granular flour made from processed cassava root.
  • Usage: A staple food in West Africa, particularly in countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and Benin. It can be eaten as a porridge ("gari porridge") or soaked in cold water.
  • Source: The Guardian - Gari: The life saver of all times
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