tỏi
Mẹ tôi thường xào thịt với tỏi để tăng hương vị.
My mother often stir-fries meat with garlic to enhance the flavor.
A pungent, bulbous vegetable used as a seasoning or condiment in cooking.
Tỏi là gia vị không thể thiếu trong nhiều món ăn Việt Nam.
Garlic is an indispensable seasoning in many Vietnamese dishes.
Cô ấy bóc vỏ tỏi trước khi băm nhỏ.
She peeled the garlic before chopping it finely.
In Vietnamese cuisine, garlic is often minced or crushed and used in stir-fries, soups, marinades, and dipping sauces.
Pro Tip
Storage tip
Store garlic in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to prevent sprouting. For longer shelf life, keep it in the refrigerator or freeze peeled cloves in oil.
Gold Rule
Crushing vs. mincing garlic
Crushing garlic releases more allicin (the compound responsible for its flavor and health benefits), while mincing provides a more even distribution in dishes.
Word Origin
From Proto-Vietic *təːlʔ, ultimately from Proto-Mon-Khmer *təːlʔ. Cognate with Muong *tỏi* and possibly related to Thai กระเทียม (krà-thîam).
Usage Notes
Garlic is a staple in Vietnamese cooking, used raw, roasted, or fried. It is often combined with fish sauce, chili, and other herbs in marinades and dipping sauces.