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Oyster Sauce

蠔油

Oyster sauce is a dark, mildly sweet Chinese sauce rich in umami, made by thickening oyster extract with sugar, salt, and starch. It is used in wok dishes to add flavor and a glossy finish.

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“Stir-fry the vegetables in a wok with oyster sauce.”

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Hoisin Sauce

Hoisin sauce is a thick, mildly sweet Chinese sauce made from fermented soybeans, sugar, garlic, and various spices. It is used as both a dipping sauce and a marinade for dishes such as Peking duck, dim sum, and stir-fries.
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Soy Sauce

Soy sauce is a dark, salty, umami-rich sauce made by fermenting soybeans and roasted wheat in brine. It is widely used in East Asian cuisines both as a cooking ingredient and as a table sauce.
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