mei6 lam5味醂
Jyutpingmei6 lam5
Yalemeih láhm
Definition
Mirin; a type of sweet Japanese rice wine used in cooking.
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How it's used
Mirin is a staple in Japanese-style cooking often used to add a subtle sweetness and a glossy finish to sauces. It is frequently paired with 豉油 to create a balanced base for glazes or simmered dishes. Unlike sugar, it provides a complex depth of flavor and helps remove the fishy smell from seafood.
Examples
You need to add a little mirin to make this dish sweet enough.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
