A South African term for the small, edible underground bulbs of various indigenous plants — typically from the iris family. In Afrikaans, uintjie literally means 'little onion,' and these starchy, slightly sweet bulbs were a traditional food source for indigenous communities and settlers alike. Kids in the Western Cape have snacked on uintjies for generations, digging them up on walks through the fynbos. The word is affectionately colloquial in South African English, evoking earthy, outdoor childhood memories.
We used to dig for uintjies in the veld after school — they taste like a cross between a chestnut and a water chestnut.
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(South Africa) The edible bulb of certain plants.
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