舌尖上的中国第1季 第90期:五味的调和(12)

 Acidity¹ is a special flavor that not only affects the tongue but the nose as well. 酸是一种奇妙的味道不仅舌头能感觉到 我们的鼻子也对它十分敏感

It comes from the interaction between hydrogen ions and the taste buds. 酸味物质解离出的氢离子 在口腔中撩拨我们的味蕾 这种味觉就是酸味

Vinegar is the most common source of acidity in Chinese cuisine². 中餐里的酸味，大多由醋带来

In China, vinegar is made from grains. 中国人以谷物酿醋

The taste of different vinegar can vary wildly due to the difference in raw material. 由于原料和工艺的不同 各地的醋，口味也会相差甚远

For example, the aged³ vinegar from Shanxi has a sharp smell,just as people in north China are outgoing. 山西老陈醋，醇厚浓郁 一如北方人的豪放

The vinegar made in south China in comparison has a different character. 而江南人的灵秀 则赋予醋以另一种性格

The Zhenjiang vinegar is known for its subtle sweetness,which makes it the perfect company for uncooked vegetables and steamed pastries⁴. 镇江醋的最大特点在于微甜 适合调拌凉菜，蘸食小吃

The Zhenjiang locals would even pour vinegar into soup parcels. 镇江人吃蟹黄小笼包时要把香醋倒入包子的汤汁内

They believe that's the most authentic⁵ way of having the snack. 他们相信，只有这样才能吃出最正宗的美味

Locals cannot imagine having Zhenjiang Head Cheese without vinegar or sliced ginger⁶. 镇江人更不能想像的是 如果离开了香醋和姜丝

The dish is simply incomplete without these condiments⁷. 肴肉究竟还能不能被称为 一道镇江名菜

A long process is needed to obtain such a savory⁸ sourness. 要获得如此美味的酸 必须经历平静漫长的等待

1 acidity   

n.酸度，酸性

参考例句：

• This plant prefers alkaline soil,though it will readily tolerate some acidity.这种植物在酸性土壤中也能生存，但硷性土壤更加适宜。
• Gastric acidity would not prevent the organism from passing into the gut.胃的酸度不能防止细菌进入肠道。

2 cuisine   

n.烹调，烹饪法

参考例句：

• This book is the definitive guide to world cuisine.这本书是世界美食的权威指南。
• This restaurant is renowned for its cuisine.这家餐馆以其精美的饭菜而闻名。

3 aged   

adj.年老的，陈年的

参考例句：

• He had put on weight and aged a little.他胖了，也老点了。
• He is aged,but his memory is still good.他已年老，然而记忆力还好。

4 pastries   

n.面粉制的糕点

参考例句：

• He gave a dry laugh, then sat down and started on the pastries. 杜新箨说着干笑一声，坐下去就吃点心。 来自子夜部分
• Mike: So many! I like Xijiang raisins, beef jerky, and local pastries. 麦克：太多了。我最喜欢吃新疆葡萄干、牛肉干和风味点心。

5 authentic   

a.真的，真正的；可靠的，可信的，有根据的

参考例句：

• This is an authentic news report. We can depend on it. 这是篇可靠的新闻报道, 我们相信它。
• Autumn is also the authentic season of renewal. 秋天才是真正的除旧布新的季节。

6 ginger   

n.姜，精力，淡赤黄色；adj.淡赤黄色的；vt.使活泼，使有生气

参考例句：

• There is no ginger in the young man.这个年轻人没有精神。
• Ginger shall be hot in the mouth.生姜吃到嘴里总是辣的。

7 condiments   

n.调味品

参考例句：

• Refill and clean all salt and peppers, sugar bowls, and other condiments. 清洁并续满所有的胡椒瓶、盐瓶、糖缸及其他调料。
• Go easy on condiments, they tend to be salty. 别放太多调味品，这样往往会太咸。

8 savory   

adj.风味极佳的，可口的，味香的

参考例句：

• She placed a huge dish before him of savory steaming meat.她将一大盘热气腾腾、美味可口的肉放在他面前。
• He doesn't have a very savory reputation.他的名誉不太好。