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Chapter 4.3: Meat Market Language

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The Situation

In the historic setting of Xi'an (Xī'ān, 西安), near the ancient walls that have witnessed centuries of culinary evolution, two gastronomy enthusiasts explore a renowned meat market to deepen their understanding of traditional Chinese meat preparation and preservation techniques. They begin by examining 腊肉 (là ròu, cured meat) and 肉干 (ròu gān, dried meat), appreciating the 松脆 (sōng cuì, crisp) texture that characterizes well-preserved meats. Their curiosity leads them to explore the distinct flavors of 猪肝 (zhū gān, pork liver), 牛腩 (niú nǎn, beef brisket), and 羊腿 (yáng tuǐ, lamb leg), each of which offers unique culinary possibilities.

The 脆皮 (cuì pí, crispy skin) of roasted meats and the rich flavors of 腊肠 (là cháng, cured sausage) and 牛舌 (niú shé, beef tongue) capture their imagination, as do the complex textures of 羊杂 (yáng zá, mutton offal). They learn about the process of 腌腊 (yān là, curing) under the guidance of experienced 肉贩 (ròu fàn, butchers), who share their insights on selecting the finest cuts through 肉品标签 (ròu pǐn biāoqiān, meat product labels).

品鉴 (pǐn jiàn, tasting) different meats allows them to appreciate the differences in 储藏 (chǔcáng, storage) techniques that affect the quality of 肉汁 (ròu zhī, meat juices) and 肉馅 (ròu xiàn, meat stuffing). They explore the exotic flavors of 野味 (yě wèi, venison) and the freshness of 冷鲜肉 (lěng xiān ròu, chilled meat), and understand the importance of 肉质等级 (ròu zhì děngjí, meat quality grades) in the culinary arts.

They also discuss the benefits of 草饲肉类 (cǎo sǐ ròu lèi, grass-fed meat) and the nuances of 进口肉品 (jìnkǒu ròu pǐn, imported meat), highlighting the global influences on local meat markets. Your visit will conclude with a deeper appreciation for 肉制品 (ròu zhìpǐn, meat products) and the cultural significance of meat in Xi'an's culinary heritage.


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The Sentences

腊肉
腊肉的香味,在冬季尤为突出。
Làròu de xiāngwèi, zài dōngjì yóuwéi tūchū.
The flavor of bacon is especially prominent in winter.
肉干
牛肉干是旅行时的理想零食。
Niúròugān shì lǚxíng shí de lǐxiǎng língshí.
Beef jerky is an ideal snack when traveling.
松脆
松脆的猪肉脆皮令人垂涎。
Sōng cuì de zhūròu cuìpí lìng rén chuíxián.
Crispy pork crackling is mouth-watering.
猪肝
猪肝是营养丰富的食材。
Zhū gān shì yíngyǎng fēngfù de shícái.
Pork liver is a nutritious ingredient.
牛腩
牛腩炖煮后肉质鲜嫩。
Niúnǎn dùn zhǔ hòu ròuzhì xiānnèn.
Beef brisket is tender when braised.
羊腿
烤羊腿是节日里的传统美食。
Kǎo yángtuǐ shì jiérì lǐ de chuántǒng měishí.
Roasted leg of lamb is a traditional treat during the holiday season.
脆皮
脆皮烤鸭外皮酥脆,肉质鲜美。
Cuìpí kǎoyā wàipí sūcuì, ròuzhì xiānměi.
Crispy roast duck has a crispy skin and flavorful meat.
腊肠
腊肠切片可用于多种菜肴。
Làcháng qiēpiàn kěyòng yú duō zhòng càiyáo.
Sliced sausage can be used in a variety of dishes.
牛舌
牛舌质地柔软,味道独特。
Niú shé zhídì róuruǎn, wèidào dútè.
Beef tongue has a soft texture and unique flavor.
羊杂
羊杂汤营养丰富,风味独特。
Yáng zá tāng yíngyǎng fēngfù, fēngwèi dútè.
Haggis soup is nutritious and has a unique flavor.
调理
适当调理肉类可增加风味。
Shìdàng tiáolǐ ròu lèi kě zēngjiā fēngwèi.
Properly seasoned meat can add flavor.
腌腊
腌腊技术可以延长肉类保存时间。
Yān là jìshù kěyǐ yáncháng ròu lèi bǎocún shíjiān.
Curing techniques can prolong the preservation time of meat.
肉贩
肉贩精通各类肉品的处理技巧。
Ròufàn jīngtōng gè lèi ròu pǐn de chǔlǐ jìqiǎo.
Butchers are well versed in handling techniques for all types of meat.
肉品标签
肉品标签提供了详细的产品信息。
Ròu pǐn biāoqiān tígōngle xiángxì de chǎnpǐn xìnxī.
Meat labels provide detailed product information.
品鉴
肉品品鉴活动吸引了众多美食爱好者。
Ròu pǐn pǐn jiàn huódòng xīyǐnle zhòngduō měishí àihào zhě.
Meat tasting events attract food lovers.
储藏
正确储藏肉类至关重要以保持新鲜。
Zhèngquè chǔcáng ròu lèi zhì guān zhòngyào yǐ bǎochí xīnxiān.
Proper storage of meat is vital to maintain freshness.
肉汁
肉汁是提升菜肴风味的关键。
Ròuzhī shì tíshēng càiyáo fēngwèi de guānjiàn.
Gravy is the key to enhancing the flavor of a dish.
肉馅
肉馅需要细致调味才能制作出美味饺子。
Ròu xiàn xūyào xìzhì tiáowèi cáinéng zhìzuò chū měiwèi jiǎozi.
Meat fillings need to be carefully seasoned to create delicious dumplings.
野味
野味通常指未经人工养殖的自然肉类。
Yěwèi tōngcháng zhǐ wèi jīng réngōng yǎngzhí de zìrán ròu lèi.
Taste of the wild usually refers to natural meat that has not been farmed.
冷鲜肉
冷鲜肉保持了肉类的原始风味和营养。
Lěng xiān ròu bǎochíle ròu lèi de yuánshǐ fēngwèi hé yíngyǎng.
Cold meat maintains the original flavor and nutrition of the meat.
肉质等级
肉质等级反映了肉品的整体品质。
Ròuzhì děngjí fǎnyìngle ròu pǐn de zhěngtǐ pǐn zhí.
Meat grade reflects the overall quality of the meat.
进口肉品
进口肉品必须符合严格的质量标准。
Jìnkǒu ròu pǐn bìxū fúhé yángé de zhìliàng biāozhǔn.
Imported meat must meet strict quality standards.
草饲肉类
草饲肉类因其优良的肉质而受到欢迎。
Cǎo sì ròu lèi yīn qí yōuliáng de ròu zhì ér shòudào huānyíng.
Grass-fed meats are popular for their excellent meat quality.
肉制品
肉制品种类繁多,适合各种烹饪方式。
Ròu zhìpǐn zhǒnglèi fánduō, shìhé gè zhǒng pēngrèn fāngshì.
A wide variety of meat products are available for all cooking styles.

 

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The Words

腊肉
làròu
cured meat
肉干
ròu gān
jerky
松脆
sōng cuì
crispy
猪肝
zhū gān
pig liver
牛腩
niúnǎn
beef brisket
羊腿
yáng tuǐ
lamb leg
脆皮
cuì pí
crispy skin
腊肠
làcháng
Chinese sausage
牛舌
niú shé
beef tongue
羊杂
yáng zá
lamb offal
调理
tiáolǐ
season
腌腊
yān là
cure
肉贩
ròu fàn
butcher
肉品标签
ròu pǐn biāoqiān
meat label
品鉴
pǐn jiàn
taste
储藏
chǔcáng
store
肉汁
ròuzhī
meat juice
肉馅
ròu xiàn
minced meat
野味
yěwèi
game meat
冷鲜肉
lěng xiān ròu
chilled meat
肉质等级
ròuzhì děngjí
meat grade
进口肉品
jìnkǒu ròu pǐn
imported meat
草饲肉类
cǎo sì ròu lèi
grass-fed meat
肉制品
ròu zhìpǐn
meat products

 

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