[ˈŋɑːpi]

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fermented soybean paste used in East Asian cuisine, particularly in Japanese and Korean cooking.

“She added a spoonful of ngapi to the miso soup for extra flavor.”

2. verb

To season or add flavor to something using ngapi.

“The chef ngapi-ed the stir-fry to give it a savory taste.”