lou5 syu2 baan1老鼠斑
Jyutpinglou5 syu2 baan1
Yalelóuh syú bāan
Definition
Humpback grouper; panther grouper; high-fin grouper.
colloquialfoodanimals
How it's used
Considered a premium fish in Cantonese cuisine, often served at celebratory banquets or weddings. Its name comes from the distinctively pointed, mouse-like shape of its head. Because it is highly prized for its delicate texture, it is almost exclusively prepared by steaming to preserve the natural flavor.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
Let's go to the restaurant to eat panther grouper tonight.
Related words
Common phrases
steamed panther grouper
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