The pantry glossary

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Crispy fried shallots

Crispy fried shallots are a popular topping or garnish in many Southeast Asian countries. To prepare, thin slices of shallots are deep-fried in oil until golden and crisp.

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Sake (Japanese Rice Wine)

Sake (Japanese Rice Wine): A type of alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain, primarily rice. It is brewed in a traditional style, similar to beer but with a much higher alcohol content and a slightly sweet flavor.

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Sesame oil

Sesame oil is a fragrant vegetable oil made from sesame seeds. It has a high smoke point, making it suitable for deep-frying and stir-frying.

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Shaoxing wine

Shaoxing wine is a type of Chinese yellow rice wine, made from fermented Shaoxing rice and typically aged for several years.

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Shichimi Togarashi (Japanese Seven Spice)

Shichimi Togarashi, also known as Japanese Seven Spice, is a traditional Japanese condiment made from a blend of seven ingredients: red chili, sesame seeds, dried orange peel, nori (dried seaweed), ginger, poppyseed and sansho (Japanese pepper).

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Soba Noodles (Buckwheat Noodles)

Soba noodles are traditional Japanese noodles made of buckwheat flour. They are usually thin and light in texture and can be served hot or cold.

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Soybean paste

Soybean paste (Doenjang: 된장) is a traditional Asian seasoning made from fermented soybeans. The paste is made by cooking soybeans, crushing them into a paste, adding salt and water, and allowing the mixture to ferment for several months.

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Sriracha Sauce

Sriracha is a type of hot sauce or chili sauce made from a paste of chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt.

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Sweet potato noodles/Korean glass noodles (Dangmyeon: 당면)

Sweet potato noodles, also known as Korean glass noodles or Dangmyeon (당면) in Korean, are a type of noodle made from sweet potato starch. These noodles are translucent, chewy and bouncy in texture, and are a staple in Korean cuisine.

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