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Record 1 2014-07-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Spices and Condiments
  • Prepared Dishes (Cooking)
DEF

A rice wine used as a flavouring in Japanese cookery.

OBS

mirin: The synthetic type has a poor flavour, a low alcohol content, and a chemical taste, which make it unpalatable to drink as an alcoholic beverage.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Épices et condiments
  • Plats cuisinés
DEF

Vin de riz légèrement sucré de couleur ambre avec un taux d'alcool très faible [...] surtout utilisé en cuisine.

CONT

Le mirin est communément utilisé dans les plats grillés et mijotés, les sauces et les bouillons.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Especias y condimentos
  • Platos preparados (Cocina)
OBS

Licor de arroz que se utiliza en la cocina japonesa.

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