Shaoxing Wine

Shaoxing Wine

Condiment Good year-round
Used in 1 of 45 cuisines (2%)

Shaoxing wine is a fragrant rice wine with a rich, complex flavor profile that balances sweetness and nuttiness. Its deep amber color and aromatic qualities make it a prized ingredient in Chinese cooking.

Where it comes from

Named after the city of Shaoxing in Zhejiang province, this wine has been produced for over 2,500 years, playing a vital role in Chinese culinary traditions.

In the kitchen

In cooking, Shaoxing wine is used to marinate meats and enhance sauces, imparting a distinct depth of flavor that is essential in many traditional dishes.

Nutrition (per 100g)

120kcalCal
0.2gProtein
0.0gFat
3.0gCarbs
0.0gFiber

Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database

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