paang4 kei4蟛蜞
Jyutpingpaang4 kei4
Yalepàahng kèih
Definition
A kind of small crab, also known as sesarmid crab.
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How it's used
Often associated with traditional rural life or mangrove environments in Hong Kong. People sometimes refer to them as 相手蟹 because of their habit of waving their claws as if greeting someone. They are rarely eaten as a main dish but are sometimes used in specific regional fermented pastes.
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zek3隻jekExamples
The tiny crabs here are very small.
Related words
Common phrases
fermented tiny crab paste
Common mistake
Do not confuse these with standard crabs like 大閘蟹 or 花蟹, as 蟛蜞 are specifically known for their very small size and are generally not considered a primary food source.
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