syun3 zi2 juk6蒜子肉
Jyutpingsyun3 zi2 juk6
Yalesyun jí yuhk
Definition
The thigh meat of the Chinese edible bullfrog.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the meat from the legs of the Chinese edible bullfrog, which is a popular ingredient in Cantonese cuisine. It is often braised or stir fried with garlic to mask the gamey flavor of the meat. Using this term instead of the more generic 田雞 helps specify the cut being served in a restaurant setting.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with generic chicken or pork dishes, as the texture is distinctively more gelatinous and tender. Some people may find the term slightly more formal or culinary than the everyday term 田雞.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
