luk6淥渌
Jyutpingluk6
Yaleluhk
Definition
To scald or briefly boil food in hot water.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the quick immersion of food into boiling water rather than prolonged cooking. It is the standard term for preparing instant noodles or blanching vegetables. The action implies a short duration where the food is submerged just long enough to be cooked through.
Examples
Remember to boil the beef thoroughly when having hot pot.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 煮, which is a general term for cooking. Using 淥 for dishes that require long simmering, like stews, sounds unnatural as it implies a very brief cooking time.
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