fung1 sin5風鱔风鳝
Jyutpingfung1 sin5
Yalefūng síhn
Definition
An eel, typically a daggertooth pike conger or similar marine eel.
colloquialfoodanimals
How it's used
Refers specifically to the large, wild-caught eels often found in the Pearl River Delta region. It is highly prized in Cantonese cuisine for its firm texture and rich flavor, distinguishing it from the smaller, farmed eels commonly found in supermarkets. You will mostly hear this term in wet markets or traditional seafood restaurants.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
This eel is huge, it would be perfect to steam it.
Do you know where they sell fresh eels?
Related words
Common phrases
steamed eel with dried tangerine peel
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with generic eels or Japanese unagi, as the cooking methods and culinary expectations for this specific variety are quite distinct in local culture.
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Grammar guides
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