虾子 (xiā zǐ) — shrimp roe; shrimp eggs (culinary ingredient)
Definition
In Cantonese and southern Chinese cooking, 虾子 (xiā zǐ) refers specifically to shrimp roe — the tiny eggs of the shrimp, used as a seasoning. It is not the same as 虾 ('shrimp' as a whole creature).
noun
shrimp roeshrimp eggs (culinary ingredient)
Measure word · 颗
Examples
- 虾子，。Zhè wǎn miàn jiā le xiā zǐ, wèi dào tè bié xiān.This bowl of noodles has shrimp roe added; the flavor is especially umami.
- 虾子。xiā zǐ Shì guǎng dōng cài lǐ cháng yòng de shí cái.Shrimp roe is a commonly used ingredient in Cantonese cuisine.
- 虾子。Mā ma yòng xiā zǐ chǎo le yì pán dòu fu.Mom stir-fried a plate of tofu with shrimp roe.
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