五ご辛しん

noun

five pungent roots

In Buddhism and Taoism, the five pungent roots (garlic, etc.) are traditionally avoided because they are believed to stimulate desires and hinder spiritual practice. Also referred to as 五葷.

See also: 五葷

• 精しょう進じん料りょう理りでは五ご辛しんを使つかわない。

  In Buddhist vegetarian cuisine, the five pungent roots are not used.