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Vietnamese Saigon cinnamon, scientifically known as Cinnamomum loureiroi, is a type of
越南西貢肉桂,學名 Cinnamomum loureiroi,是一種
cassia tree native to the mountainous regions of Central and Northern Vietnam. Among cinnamon
原產於越南中部和北部山區的肉桂樹。在肉桂
varieties, Vietnamese cinnamon is considered the most aromatic due to its high concentration of
品種中,越南肉桂被認為是最芳香的,因為其
essential oils, which accounts for its intense, sweet, and spicy flavor. The harvesting process
精油濃度高,因此具有濃郁、甜辣的味道。 越南肉桂的 收穫過程
for Vietnamese cinnamon typically takes place during the summer months when the
通常發生在夏季,此時
oil content is at its peak. Once harvested, the bark is stripped and allowed to dry,
油脂含量最高。收穫後,樹皮被剝去並乾燥,
which causes it to curl into long, curled strips measuring about 12"-16" in length.
使其捲曲成長約 12"-16" 的捲曲條。
These strips are the most authentic form of Vietnamese cinnamon and are highly sought
這些肉桂條是最正宗的越南肉桂,深受
after by culinary experts. Vietnamese Saigon cinnamon is often used in small quantities to
烹飪專家的追捧。越南西貢肉桂通常少量使用,以
enhance the flavors of various dishes, ranging from baked goods to stews and soup stocks.
增強各種菜餚的風味,從烘焙食品到燉菜和湯湯。