마늘
Garlic, known as 마늘 (ma-neul) in Korean, is a fundamental ingredient in Korean cuisine, widely used to enhance the flavor of countless dishes, from stews to side dishes. Understanding how to talk about 마늘 in Korean will be helpful when cooking, shopping, or discussing recipes.
Introduction to 마늘
The word 마늘 (pronounced "ma-neul") refers to garlic in Korean. Garlic is a staple in Korean cooking, found in dishes such as 마늘장아찌 (pickled garlic), and is often minced, chopped, or used whole in soups, marinades, and stir-fries. Its strong flavor is key to many Korean recipes.
Here are some practical expressions using 마늘 in Korean:
More Expressions (in Korean with English translation)
마늘 한 쪽 주세요
(ma-neul han jjok ju-se-yo)
Please give me one clove of garlic.마늘을 다지고 있어요
(ma-neul-eul da-ji-go i-sseo-yo)
I am mincing the garlic.마늘을 요리에 넣어요
(ma-neul-eul yo-ri-e neo-eo-yo)
I add garlic to the dish.마늘이 많이 들어갔어요
(ma-neul-i man-i deu-reo-gat-seo-yo)
A lot of garlic was used.마늘이 요리에 맛을 더해요
(ma-neul-i yo-ri-e mat-eul deo-hae-yo)
Garlic adds flavor to the dish.생마늘을 먹을 수 있어요?
(saeng-ma-neul-eul meo-geul su i-sseo-yo?)
Can you eat raw garlic?
These phrases will help you navigate conversations about 마늘, whether you're cooking, ordering food, or shopping for ingredients. 마늘 is an essential part of Korean cuisine, and now you can confidently talk about it in Korean!