nướng chảo

/nɯəŋˈt͡ʃaːw/
verb phraseIntermediate to pan-fry
informal

To cook food in a pan with a small amount of oil or fat over medium heat, typically browning the surface while keeping the inside moist.

Mẹ thường nướng chảo trứng om để làm bữa sáng.

Mom usually pan-fries eggs sunny-side up for breakfast.

Nướng chảo cá với bơ và tỏi sẽ rất ngon.

Pan-frying fish with butter and garlic will be delicious.

💡

This cooking method is common in Vietnamese cuisine for dishes like 'trứng ốp la' (sunny-side-up eggs) or 'thịt nướng chảo' (pan-fried meat).

Related Phrases

nướngverb
to roast or grill

💡Pro Tip

Cooking Technique

When nướng chảo, use medium heat to avoid burning the food while ensuring even cooking.

📖Word Origin

From 'nướng' (to roast/grill) and 'chảo' (pan/frying pan), combining to describe a specific cooking method.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in Vietnamese cooking instructions and recipes. It implies a quick, high-heat cooking method that retains texture while browning the surface.

Word Breakdown

nướng
to roast or grill
root
+
chảo
pan or frying pan
root
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