虾子 (xiā zǐ) — shrimp roe; shrimp eggs (culinary ingredient)

Définition

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)
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Exemples

  • 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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