fu1麩麸
Jyutpingfu1
Yalefū
Definition
Gluten.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the protein found in grains, often appearing in the context of health and dietary restrictions. While the character is used in culinary terms like 麵筋, the standalone term is increasingly used in modern health discussions regarding allergies or dietary choices.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腐竹, which is bean curd skin. Although both are used in vegetarian cooking, they are completely different ingredients.
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Grammar guides
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