ho4 jip6荷葉荷叶
Jyutpingho4 jip6
Yalehòh yihp
Definition
Lotus leaf, often used in Chinese cooking to wrap food.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Beyond its botanical role, this is a staple in Cantonese dim sum culture for its distinct aroma. When used in cooking, it is typically steamed with ingredients to infuse them with a subtle, earthy fragrance. It is rarely eaten directly, serving instead as a natural wrapper or steaming vessel.
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faai3塊faiExamples
This lotus leaf is huge, it is perfect for wrapping rice.
Do you know where I can buy fresh lotus leaves?
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Grammar guides
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