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hoisin

Pronunciation: /ˈhɔɪzɪn/
(also hoisin sauce)
Definition of hoisin

noun

[mass noun]
  • a sweet, spicy dark red sauce made from soya beans, vinegar, sugar, garlic, and various spices, widely used in southern Chinese cooking.

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