rica

/ˈrika/ · B1 · noun · f

fenugreek

🌿 rica sounds like reek-a, and fenu-GREEK has a strong reek

Fenugreek seeds smell strong, like maple syrup or curry. Rica sounds like reek-a, so the hook is that fenugreek reeks. Rica is also the everyday Spanish word for tasty or rich, a handy second link for a flavourful spice.

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