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dưa chua
/dɨə˧˩˧ t͡ɕuə˧˧/
pickled daikon radish
Tôi thích ăn dưa chua với cơm.
I like eating pickled daikon radish with rice.
informal
A Vietnamese dish made from sliced daikon radish that is fermented in a mixture of salt, water, and sometimes other spices, resulting in a tangy, crunchy, and slightly sour flavor.
Dưa chua là một món ăn phổ biến trong bữa ăn Việt Nam.
Pickled daikon radish is a common dish in Vietnamese meals.
Mẹ tôi làm dưa chua rất ngon, tôi thích ăn với cơm.
My mother makes very delicious pickled daikon radish, I like eating it with rice.
Dưa chua is often served as a side dish or condiment to balance the flavors in a meal. It is also a key ingredient in many Vietnamese salads and noodle dishes.
Collocations
dưa chua ngondelicious pickled daikon radishăn dưa chuaeat pickled daikon radishlàm dưa chuamake pickled daikon radish
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Pro Tip
Preparation Tip
To make dưa chua at home, slice the daikon radish thinly and soak it in a mixture of salt, water, and sometimes garlic or chili for a few hours or overnight.
Gold Rule
Cultural Significance
Dưa chua is not just a side dish but also a symbol of Vietnamese culinary tradition, often associated with home-cooked meals and family gatherings.
Word Origin
The term 'dưa chua' comes from the Vietnamese words 'dưa' (radish) and 'chua' (sour), reflecting the sour and tangy flavor of the dish.
Usage Notes
Dưa chua is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine and is often paired with rice, noodles, or grilled meats. It is also used as a topping for banh mi (Vietnamese sandwiches).
Word Breakdown
dưa
radish
rootchua
sour
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh