haa1 gaau2蝦餃虾饺
Definition
Ha gow; a steamed Cantonese dumpling made with shrimp, pork, and translucent crystal skin.
Example
haa1蝦gaau2餃hai6係ngo5我zeoi3最zung1鍾ji3意ge3嘅dim2點sam1心。
haa1虾gaau2饺hai6系ngo5我zeoi3最zung1钟ji3意ge3嘅dim2点sam1心。
Prawn dumplings are my favorite dim sum.
How it's used
The quality of this dim sum is often judged by the translucency and elasticity of the wrapper, which is made from wheat starch. It is a staple of the traditional yum cha experience and is almost always served in a bamboo steamer basket. While the name literally means shrimp dumpling, it is specifically reserved for this steamed variety rather than fried or boiled versions.
Measure word
lung2籠lúngExamples
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Common phrases
Common mistake
Avoid using the generic term 餃子 to refer to this dish, as that typically implies the northern-style boiled dumplings with thicker, opaque flour wrappers. Using 餃子 might lead to confusion about the texture and cooking method expected.
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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.
