nấm hương
Definition
- Noun:
- Xianggu mushroom / Shiitake mushroom: A type of edible mushroom (Lentinula edodes) characterized by a distinctive umbrella-like cap and a rich, savory, aromatic flavor. It is widely used in East Asian cuisine.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Món súp này có vị ngọt thanh nhờ nấm hương. (This soup has a delicate sweetness thanks to the shiitake mushrooms.)
- Nấm hương khô cần được ngâm nước trước khi nấu. (Dried shiitake mushrooms need to be soaked in water before cooking.)
- Bà tôi thường hầm gà với nấm hương và táo tàu. (My grandmother often stews chicken with shiitake mushrooms and jujubes.)
Advanced Usage
- "nấm hương khô": Dried shiitake mushrooms. Drying intensifies the mushroom's umami flavor.
- Nấm hương khô có hương vị đậm đà hơn nấm tươi. (Dried shiitake mushrooms have a more intense flavor than fresh ones.)
Variants and Related Words
- Nấm đông cô (n): Another common Vietnamese name for the shiitake mushroom.
- Nấm (n): Mushroom (the general term).
Synonyms
- Shiitake mushroom
- Xianggu mushroom
- Black forest mushroom
- Golden oak mushroom
Related Concepts
- Umami: The savory, brothy taste that is a characteristic flavor profile of shiitake mushrooms.
- Dried mushroom: A common preserved form of this ingredient, requiring rehydration.