1Preliminary seasoning applied to ingredients before the main cooking so flavors penetrate (e.g., salting or marinating lightly).
肉に塩こしょうで下味をつけてから焼く。
Season the meat with salt and pepper before frying.
しっかり下味をつければ煮物の味がぼやけない。
If you season well beforehand, the flavor of stewed dishes won't be bland.
下味をつけた魚を冷蔵庫で30分ほど置いておく。
Let the seasoned fish sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes.