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seasoning

UK //ˈsiːzənɪŋ//US //ˈsiːzənɪŋ//

词源

源自中古英语 sesoning,来自古法语 assaisoner(调味),最终源自拉丁语 satio(播种季节)。

noun

❶ 调味品,指用于给食物增添风味的各种香料或混合物,如盐、胡椒、香料等。

“This soup needs more seasoning to enhance its flavor.”

(这汤需要更多调味品来提升味道。)

“She uses a special seasoning blend for her grilled chicken.”

(她为烤鸡使用了一种特殊的调味料混合物。)

❶ 调味的过程,指通过添加香料或其他物质使食物味道更丰富的行为。

“Proper seasoning is essential for a delicious dish.”

(适当的调味对于做出美味的菜肴至关重要。)

“He spent extra time seasoning the meat before cooking.”

(他在烹饪前花了额外的时间给肉调味。)

同义词:flavoring, spice, condiment

verb

❶ 给食物添加调味料,使其味道更丰富或更美味。

“Remember to season the vegetables before roasting them.”

(记得在烤蔬菜之前给它们调味。)

“The chef seasons the steak with just salt and pepper.”

(厨师只用盐和胡椒给牛排调味。)

同义词:flavor, spice, enhance

常见短语

season to taste — 根据个人口味添加适量的调味料,通常用于食谱指示中。

“Add salt and pepper, then season to taste.”

(加入盐和胡椒,然后根据口味调味。)