expression, ichidan verb
eat raw; eat fresh (uncooked)
Used for consuming food without cooking, such as sashimi, raw vegetables, or fresh fruit. The 生で part means 'in a raw state'.
この魚は生で食べられますか。
Can this fish be eaten raw?
野菜は生で食べるのが一番おいしい。
Vegetables are most delicious when eaten raw.