Eating in China
Illustration of pale golden sheep stock in a bowl with a ladle.

Sheep stock (lamb or mutton)

绵羊高汤Miányáng gāotāng

A savoury cooking broth made from sheep meat or bones.

Type
Stocks and broths

A CLOSER LOOK

How to recognize it

A liquid soup base, distinct from solid sheep fat or seasoning powder. It may be clear or cloudy depending on preparation.

In the kitchen

Used as a base for sheep-offal soups and other cooked dishes.

Meat, bones, vegetables and seasonings vary by recipe. Contains animal ingredients and is not vegetarian. Check additional ingredients; do not assume it is allergen-free.

Ask about this ingredient

这道菜里有绵羊高汤吗?

Does this dish contain Sheep stock (lamb or mutton)?

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