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xào lăn tảo
/zaːw lən taːw/
to stir-fry quickly over high heat
Món này hay nhất là xào lăn tảo với hành lá.
This dish is best when stir-fried quickly with scallions.
informal
A cooking technique where ingredients are stir-fried quickly over high heat with constant stirring to achieve a smoky, slightly charred flavor.
Cách xào lăn tảo này giúp giữ được hương vị nguyên chất của thực phẩm.
This quick stir-frying method preserves the original flavors of the ingredients.
This technique is commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine to enhance the natural flavors of ingredients like vegetables, meats, and seafood.
Collocations
xào lăn tảo với hành lástir-fry quickly with scallionsxào lăn tảo thịtquickly stir-fry meat
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Pro Tip
Heat Control
Maintain high heat to achieve the characteristic smoky flavor of xào lăn tảo.
Gold Rule
Quick Stir-Frying
Always stir continuously to prevent burning while cooking at high heat.
Word Origin
Derived from the Vietnamese verbs 'xào' (to stir-fry) and 'lăn' (to roll or stir), combined with 'tảo' (a term for quick, high-heat cooking).
Usage Notes
This technique is often used for vegetables and meats to retain crispness and natural flavors. It is distinct from regular stir-frying, which may involve lower heat and longer cooking times.
Word Breakdown
xào
to stir-fry
rootlăn
to roll or stir
roottảo
quick, high-heat cooking
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh