rougail

[ roo-gahy ]

noun

1. a combination of condiments and spices, such as ginger, thyme, pimiento, and tomatoes, used especially in Creole cuisine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rougail¹

First recorded in 1955–60; from French, from French-based creoles of the Indian Ocean (Mauritius, Réunion, etc.); further origin undetermined

Example Sentences

Don't leave without trying Creole rougail, a spicy chutney.

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