mực luộc

/mɨ̄k lûək/
nounIntermediate boiled squid
informal

A dish made from squid that has been boiled in water, often served with fish sauce, chili, and other seasonings.

Mình thích ăn mực luộc với nước mắm ớt.

I like eating boiled squid with fish sauce and chili.

Mực luộc là một món ăn nhanh và dễ làm.

Boiled squid is a quick and easy dish to make.

💡

This dish is commonly found in Vietnamese street food culture and is often served as an appetizer or snack.

Collocations

mực luộc với nước mắm ớtboiled squid with fish sauce and chilimực luộc rangfried boiled squid

Related Phrases

mực luộc rangphrase
fried boiled squid
mực luộc với biaphrase
boiled squid with beer

💡Pro Tip

Serving Suggestion

Boiled squid is often served with a side of lime, garlic, and chili for extra flavor.

📖Word Origin

The term 'mực luộc' combines 'mực' (squid) and 'luộc' (boiled), reflecting the cooking method.

📝Usage Notes

This dish is often enjoyed with beer or as a part of seafood platters. It is a staple in Vietnamese coastal regions.

Word Breakdown

mực
squid
root
+
luộc
boiled
root
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