How to Use tangy in a Sentence

tangy

adjective
  • The meat is then deep-fried and glazed with a tangy sauce.
    Emma Balter, Chron, 11 Aug. 2022
  • The tangy flavor of the pickles helps cut through the richness of the cheese.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2022
  • Some green apples add a sweet and tangy touch to the nose.
    Felipe Schrieberg, Forbes, 29 June 2022
  • This maple glaze solves that problem and adds a sweet and tangy sauce to the dish.
    Tribune News Service, cleveland, 15 Mar. 2022
  • The crispy skin, the tangy sauce, and the fluffy rice combine to make an ideal meal on the go.
    Elize Diop and Brad Johnson, Bon Appétit, 9 Feb. 2022
  • The sweet and tangy sauce is the perfect complement to a mix of hearty beans.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2023
  • Sour cream: Added to the mashed potatoes for a creamy, tangy flavor.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2023
  • The result is a balanced flavor of sweet and tangy with a fiery kick.
    Vanessa Powell, Men's Health, 9 Dec. 2022
  • The combo of a crisp gluten-free crust and tangy lime filling is sure to put a jig in your step.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2024
  • The tangy, spicy, meaty wings served with herb-y fries have been sought-after for decades.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 10 Sep. 2023
  • These chewy worms are coated with a blend of sweet and tangy sugar.
    The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Nov. 2022
  • The meat is spiced with allspice, cinnamon and mint, and the sauce is rich, tangy and sweet.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022
  • The tangy goat cheese paired with the sweet and salty candied bacon and dates is a match made in heaven.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2023
  • The result is a malty, tangy bagel with a blistery, crackling crust.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 27 June 2023
  • Here, the tangy, spicy sauce brings out the sweetness in corn that’s been seared in savory bacon fat.
    Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2023
  • The texture is pleasantly crunchy, and the flavor is tangy.
    Jacob Roberts, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Feb. 2022
  • Cheez-It ranch adds real cheese, just like the crackers, to the tangy, dill-y flavor ranch fans know and love.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Enjoying the sweet, tangy flavors in a waffle cone will help give you the vibes of the cheesecake crust.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2022
  • The cream cheese is tangy, the satiny cheese sauce is snappy, the bacon is smoky and the chives add a burst of color and sweet onion flavor.
    Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 6 Feb. 2023
  • Cream cheese: Adds a tangy flavor and creaminess to the pudding topping.
    Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2023
  • It was dressed with tomatoes and lettuce, with a small bowl of tangy Italian dressing on the side.
    al, 2 Feb. 2023
  • This one has a tangy-sweet lacquer and rice made from its drippings to serve alongside.
    Hana Asbrink, Bon Appétit, 8 Nov. 2022
  • Cream cheese has a tangy flavor, and its base is a combination of milk and cream.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Serve them with a homemade tzatziki sauce for a tangy topping.
    Kristy Alpert, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2022
  • That gets topped with a tangy Asian glaze and coleslaw for yet another menu winner.
    Chuck Blount, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Dec. 2021
  • Or sub out some of the beef broth for pomegranate molasses and add a sprig or two of rosemary for a tangy twist.
    Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2023
  • But very few places still serve the crunchy and sticky bites that used to be standard alongside all the tangy tropical drinks.
    Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2023
  • But then again, there are those of you who prefer a tangy vinaigrette drizzled over the salad.
    Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 12 Aug. 2022
  • Take ham to new heights with a tangy-sweet glaze made with tart cherry juice, cherry jam, and bourbon.
    Tina Martinez, Good Housekeeping, 27 Feb. 2023
  • One-Bowl Carrot Cake The tangy, rich cream cheese topping on this cake can travel — even on a hot day.
    Genevieve Ko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2023

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