おかひじき

noun

land seaweed; Salsola komarovii; saltwort

An edible annual plant of the amaranth family, often called 'land seaweed' in English due to its resemblance to seaweed. Commonly used in Japanese cuisine, especially in salads and as a garnish.

• おかひじきはさっと茹ゆでておひたしにすると美味おいしい。

  Okahijiki is delicious when quickly boiled and served as ohitashi.

• 最さい近きん、スーパーでおかひじきを見みかけるようになった。

  Lately, I've started seeing okahijiki in supermarkets.