tim4 zuk1甜竹
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Yaletìhm jūk
Definition
Sweet tofu skin, the fourth layer skimmed from soy milk, known for its rich flavor and coarse texture.
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How it's used
Distinguished from standard fresh bean curd sheets by its distinctively rough texture and concentrated bean flavour, this ingredient is specifically prized for its ability to absorb broth during long cooking sessions. It is almost exclusively associated with hot pot or braised dishes where it can soften without disintegrating completely. Unlike delicate fresh sheets, it requires a longer soak or boil to reach the ideal chewy consistency.
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baau1包bāuExamples
You must add sweet tofu skin when having hot pot for it to be good.
How many bags of sweet tofu skin did you buy to take home?
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Common phrases
hot pot sweet tofu skin
deep-fried sweet tofu skin
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腐竹, which is generally smoother and used for sweet soups or congee. Using 甜竹 in a delicate dessert soup will result in an unpleasantly coarse texture.
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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.
