Definition

A thick, dark sauce used in Chinese cuisine, made from soybeans, garlic, and various spices, often used as a dip or in cooking.

Example

I love adding hoisin sauce to my stir-fried vegetables for extra flavor.

Conversation

Have you tried the new restaurant downtown?

Not yet, but I heard they serve amazing dishes with hoisin sauce.

I love hoisin sauce; it adds such a great flavor to everything!

You should definitely go there — I bet you'll enjoy their meals.

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Root Explanation

Hoisin originates from the Chinese word "海鲜" (hǎixiān), meaning seafood or shellfish. It refers to a type of sauce made from fermented soybeans, sugar, and various spices, often used in Chinese cuisine.

Memory Tip

Think of the Chinese word for seafood, as hoisin sauce is often associated with rich flavors in Asian dishes.

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