ngaa4 dau2芽豆

Jyutpingngaa4 dau2

Yalengàh dáu

Definition

Sprouted broad bean.

colloquialfood

How it's used

Sprouted broad beans are a common ingredient in Cantonese home cooking, often stir-fried with meat or used in vegetarian dishes. They are prized for their distinct texture, which remains firm and crisp even after cooking. Unlike generic bean sprouts, they have a slightly nutty flavor profile that pairs well with savory sauces.

Measure word

dip2碟díp

Examples

le1呢dip2碟ngaa4芽dau2豆caau2炒dak1得hou2好song2爽ceoi3脆aa4呀。

This plate of sprouted broad beans is stir-fried very crunchy.

nei5你zung1鍾m4唔zung1鍾ji3意sik6食ngaa4芽dau2豆㗎？

Do you like eating sprouted broad beans?

Common phrases

ngaa4芽dau2豆caau2炒juk6肉pin2片

stir-fried sprouted broad beans with sliced pork

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 芽菜, which refers specifically to mung bean sprouts. While both are sprouts, 芽豆 refers to the larger, thicker sprouted broad bean, which has a much more substantial bite.