gaa3 je4 zoeng3咖椰醬咖椰酱
Jyutpinggaa3 je4 zoeng3
Yalega yèh jeung
Definition
Coconut jam; kaya.
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How it's used
This spread is a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly associated with the classic breakfast combination of toast and coffee. It is made from coconut milk, eggs, and sugar, resulting in a rich, custard-like texture. You will most commonly encounter it in cha chaan tengs that serve Nanyang-style breakfast sets.
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zeon1樽jēunExamples
The coconut jam here has a very fragrant coconut scent.
Do you like to spread coconut jam or butter on your bread?
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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.
