Chives /tʃaɪvz/
Chives are a perennial herb belonging to the onion family, scientifically known as Allium schoenoprasum.
They are native to Europe, Asia, and North America, commonly found in gardens and culinary uses worldwide.
Chives have long, thin green stems resembling blades of grass, and they produce delicate purple flowers in the spring.
The flavor of chives is mild and onion-like, making them a popular choice for enhancing the taste of various dishes.
They are often used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish for potatoes and omelets.
Chives are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants, providing various health benefits.
In cooking, it is best to add chives at the end of the cooking process to maintain their vibrant flavor and color.
香葱是一种属于洋葱科的多年生香草，学名为Allium schoenoprasum。
它们原产于欧洲、亚洲和北美，通常在世界各地的花园和烹饪中都能找到。
香葱有细长的绿色茎，看起来像草叶，春天会开出精致的紫色花朵。
香葱的味道温和，带有洋葱味，非常适合用于增强各种菜肴的风味。
它们常作为新鲜的配料用于沙拉、汤中，也用于土豆和煎蛋的装饰。
香葱富含维生素A和C以及抗氧化剂，具有多种健康益处。
在烹饪时，最好在烹饪结束时加入香葱，以保持其鲜亮的风味和颜色。
配套练习✍️
🔎选择题（Multiple Choice）
1. Chives belong to which plant family?
A) Garlic
B) Onion
C) Mint
2. What color are the flowers produced by chives?
A) White
B) Yellow
C) Purple
🔗填空（Fill in the blanks）
3. Chives are native to ______, ______, and ______.
（North America, Africa, Europe; Asia, Europe, North America; Australia, Europe, Asia）
4. The stems of chives are long, thin, and resemble ______.
（roots, leaves, blades of grass）
📝判断正误（True or False）
5. Chives have a strong onion-like flavor.
(正误)
6. It is better to add chives at the beginning of cooking.
(正误)
练习答案✅
选择题：
- B) Onion
- C) Purple
填空：
3. Asia, Europe, North America
4. blades of grass
判断正误：
5. False
6. False
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