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Definition
Agar jelly; a traditional gelatinous dessert made from agar.
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How it's used
Often associated with traditional home cooking or nostalgic desserts, this ingredient is frequently used to create firm, translucent jellies. Unlike gelatin, it sets at room temperature and maintains its structure even in warm weather. It is a staple in local dessert shops for making simple, refreshing treats.
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This agar jelly is very crunchy and refreshing.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with jelly powder used for Western desserts, as the texture of agar is significantly firmer and more brittle. It requires boiling to dissolve completely, unlike instant gelatin mixes.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
