甘あまじょっぱい

i-adjective

salty-sweet; sweet and salty

Describes a flavor that combines sweetness and saltiness, often used for snacks, sauces, or dishes like teriyaki. Similar to 甘辛い (あまからい) but with a more casual, modern feel.

See also: 甘辛い (あまからい)

• このポテトチップスは甘あまじょっぱくてやめられない。

  These potato chips are so salty-sweet that I can't stop eating them.

• 甘あまじょっぱいタレが焼やき鳥とりによく合あう。

  The sweet-and-salty sauce goes well with yakitori.