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南なん蛮ばん煮に

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Meanings

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noun

stew of sautéed vegetables with fish or poultry

A Japanese dish where vegetables and fish or poultry are first sautéed, then simmered into a stew. The name 南蛮 (nanban) historically refers to 'southern barbarian' influences, often indicating the use of chili peppers or a sweet-savory sauce.

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noun

fish or poultry stew with chili peppers and Welsh onions

A variant of nanban stew that specifically includes chili peppers and Welsh onions (negi). This sense emphasizes the spicy and aromatic ingredients typical of nanban-style cooking.