đường phèn

/ɗɨəŋ fɛn/
nounIntermediate palm sugar
informal

A type of sugar made from the sap of palm trees, commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine for its caramel-like flavor.

Bánh flan Việt Nam thường được làm với đường phèn.

Vietnamese flan is often made with palm sugar.

Đường phèn có hương vị đặc trưng và màu nâu đậm.

Palm sugar has a distinctive flavor and deep brown color.

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Palm sugar is a natural sweetener widely used in Southeast Asian cooking, particularly in desserts and beverages.

Collocations

trà đường phènpalm sugar teabánh đường phènpalm sugar cake

Related Phrases

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Cultural Note

Palm sugar is a traditional sweetener in Vietnam and is often used in religious ceremonies and festivals.

📖Word Origin

From 'đường' (sugar) and 'phèn' (palm), referring to the traditional method of extracting sugar from palm sap.

📝Usage Notes

Palm sugar is often used as a healthier alternative to refined sugar in Vietnamese cooking, especially in desserts and traditional drinks.

Word Breakdown

đường
sugar
root
+
phèn
palm
root
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