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蚝油
háoyóu
Description
蚝油是一种用蚝做的调味料，很多菜里都会放一点。
"蚝油" is a seasoning made from oysters, used in many dishes.
它的味道又香又咸，中国菜常常用它。
It tastes savory and salty, and is often used in Chinese cooking.
Meanings
蚝油háoyóu
oyster sauce, a savory Chinese seasoning
炒青菜的时候放点蚝油更好吃。
Stir-frying vegetables with some oyster sauce tastes better.
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Notes
- Etymology
蚝 (oyster) + 油 (oil/sauce), literally 'oyster sauce'.
- Nuance
thicker and sweeter than soy sauce (酱油); used mainly in cooking.
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