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Meaning of wok hei | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The slightly seared flavour imparted to food that has been traditionally cooked in a seasoned wok.

uncountable

Examples

“Seafood flavors combine with the pork stock and it's simmered until the liquid evaporates and the contents are brought just to the brink of burning, resulting in creamy-textured noodles and a magic boost of wok hei flavor.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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