1.
mild flavor; light seasoning; lightly seasoned
Food that is seasoned lightly, with less salt, soy sauce, or other seasonings than usual. Often associated with Kyoto-style cuisine and considered healthier.
Usage
薄味 describes food with restrained seasoning. It is often seen as a positive quality, associated with healthy eating and refined cuisine. The opposite is 濃い味 or 濃味 (rich/strong flavor).
Common collocations
- 薄味に仕上げる (to finish with a light flavor)
- 薄味に味付けする (to season lightly)
- 薄味好み (preference for mild flavors)