hak1 cou3 zap1黑醋汁
Jyutpinghak1 cou3 zap1
Yalehāk chou jāp
Definition
Balsamic vinegar; vinaigrette made with balsamic vinegar.
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How it's used
Commonly used in Western-style restaurants and home cooking in Hong Kong to refer specifically to balsamic vinaigrette or balsamic glaze. It is often paired with olive oil to dress fresh greens. While it sounds like a literal translation, it has become the standard term on menus and in supermarkets.
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zi1支jīExamples
This salad is very appetizing with balsamic vinegar added.
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