hoisin

/ˈhɔɪ.sɪn/ Chinese Origin Food & Drink

Original Word

海鲜

Cantonese (hói sīn)

Entered English

1960s

First recorded usage in English

The Story Behind "hoisin"

From Cantonese 'hói sīn' (海鲜), literally 'seafood', though the sauce itself contains no seafood. A sweet, salty, and savory sauce used in Chinese cooking, especially with Peking duck.

Example Usage

"The Peking duck is served with hoisin sauce and thin pancakes."

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