Meaning of "Oyster sauce"
Originating from Chinese cuisine, this versatile seasoning sauce adds a rich umami flavor and deep depth to fried rice and stir-fries, quickly enhancing the dish’s taste to create a flavor profile centered on umami.
"When making fried rice, adding a spoonful of oyster sauce at the very end ensures the seasoning is just right and really brings out the flavor."
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