haam4 zin1 beng2鹹煎餅鹹煎饼
Jyutpinghaam4 zin1 beng2
Yalehàahm jīn béng
Definition
Ham chim peng; a deep-fried, slightly sweet and salty Chinese doughnut, often seasoned with five-spice powder.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
This snack is a classic item found in traditional Cantonese bakeries and dim sum restaurants. It is typically deep fried and features a distinct savory flavor often enhanced by the addition of five spice powder. Unlike many other pastries, it is prized for its chewy texture and golden, crispy exterior.
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go3個goExamples
I love buying a fried pancake to eat in the morning.
Related words
Common phrases
piping hot fried pancake
fermented bean curd fried pancake
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