thịt heo xào tỏi

/tʰiːt hɛːw zaːw tɔːj/

phrase★Intermediate

informal

A Vietnamese dish consisting of pork stir-fried with garlic, often seasoned with fish sauce, salt, and pepper.

Món thịt heo xào tỏi rất thơm ngon.

The pork stir-fried with garlic is very fragrant and delicious.

💡

This dish is a common home-cooked meal in Vietnam and is often served with rice or noodles.

Collocations

thịt heo xào tỏipork stir-fried with garlicăn thịt heo xào tỏieat pork stir-fried with garlic

Synonyms

Related Phrases

thịt heo xào tỏi ớtphrase

pork stir-fried with garlic and chili

ăn thịt heo xào tỏiphrase

to eat pork stir-fried with garlic

💡Pro Tip

Cooking Tip

For best results, use fresh garlic and stir-fry the pork quickly over high heat to retain tenderness.

📖Word Origin

The dish combines 'thịt heo' (pork), 'xào' (stir-fry), and 'tỏi' (garlic), reflecting its simple yet flavorful preparation.

📝Usage Notes

This dish is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine and is often prepared quickly for family meals. It can be adjusted with additional ingredients like chili or lime for extra flavor.

Word Breakdown

thịt heo

pork

root

xào

stir-fry

root

tỏi

garlic

root

Từ Điển Việt Anh