A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
May be clear or cloudy and pale gold to brown, with varying fat content. Appearance alone cannot identify the meat or seasonings.
In the kitchen
Used as a soup base, including some versions of Beijing mung bean-flour ball soup. It contributes animal-derived flavor even when the solid ingredients are plant-based.
Meat species, bones, aromatics, salt and preparation vary. It is not vegetarian or vegan; confirm the actual recipe for dietary or allergy needs. Not interchangeable in identity with a specifically named chicken, beef, bone or clarified stock.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有肉汤吗？
Does this dish contain Meat broth?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
