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canh mực tôm
/kaːj mɨ̄k tɔm/
squid and shrimp soup
Món canh mực tôm rất ngon, tôi muốn ăn thêm một tô.
The squid and shrimp soup is very delicious; I want to have another bowl.
informal
A Vietnamese soup made with squid and shrimp as the main ingredients, typically served with rice or noodles.
Canh mực tôm là một món ăn phổ biến trong bữa ăn sáng của người Việt.
Squid and shrimp soup is a common dish in Vietnamese breakfast.
Mẹ tôi thường làm canh mực tôm với rau muống và ớt.
My mother often makes squid and shrimp soup with morning glory and chili.
This dish is often seasoned with fish sauce, garlic, and sometimes tomatoes or pineapple for added flavor.
Collocations
canh mực tôm ngondelicious squid and shrimp soupcanh mực tôm cayspicy squid and shrimp soup
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Regional Variations
The recipe for canh mực tôm can vary by region, with some versions including additional vegetables or herbs.
Word Origin
The term 'canh' refers to a type of Vietnamese soup, while 'mực' means squid and 'tôm' means shrimp. The dish combines these two seafood ingredients in a savory broth.
Usage Notes
This dish is commonly enjoyed as part of a meal, especially in coastal regions of Vietnam where seafood is abundant.
Word Breakdown
canh
soup
rootmực
squid
roottôm
shrimp
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh