dau6 fu6 jyu5豆腐乳
Jyutpingdau6 fu6 jyu5
Yaledauh fuh yúh
Definition
Fermented bean curd.
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How it's used
Often referred to simply as 腐乳 in casual conversation, this pungent condiment is a staple for adding depth to simple meals like congee or stir-fried vegetables. It is highly prized for its intense umami profile, which is why it is almost always consumed in very small quantities rather than as a main dish.
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gau6嚿gauhExamples
This jar of fermented bean curd is very salty, don't eat too much.
Do you like eating plain congee with fermented bean curd?
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Common phrases
water spinach stir-fried with fermented bean curd
plain congee paired with fermented bean curd
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse it with 臭豆腐, which is deep-fried and sold as a street snack, whereas 豆腐乳 is a preserved paste used as a seasoning or side dish.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
