daai6 baak6 coi3大白菜
Jyutpingdaai6 baak6 coi3
Yaledaaih baahk choi
Definition
Napa cabbage; Chinese cabbage.
- a shorter, plumper variety of Napa cabbage similar to wongbok
- a general term for Chinese cabbages including wongbok and baby cabbage
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How it's used
People often use this term interchangeably with 黃芽白 in casual settings, though technically they can refer to slightly different varieties. It is a staple vegetable in Cantonese home cooking, frequently appearing in soups or braised dishes to absorb the flavors of meat. Unlike leafy greens that wilt quickly, this vegetable holds its texture well after prolonged boiling.
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Shall we make a napa cabbage hot pot tonight?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 娃娃菜, which is a much smaller, miniature version of the same type of cabbage. Using the wrong name at a wet market might lead to confusion over the size and price of the vegetable you intend to buy.
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