ziu1 jim4椒鹽椒盐
Jyutpingziu1 jim4
Yalejīu yìhm
Definition
Spiced salt, a condiment made of roasted Sichuan pepper and salt, commonly used in Chinese cuisine.
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How it's used
This seasoning is almost exclusively associated with deep-fried dishes in Hong Kong, where it provides a savory, numbing kick. While it contains Sichuan peppercorns, the flavor profile is distinct from the heavy numbing heat of authentic Sichuan cuisine. It is most commonly found as a coating or a dipping powder for seafood and tofu dishes.
Examples
This plate of deep-fried squid with spiced salt is very fragrant and crispy.
Do you like eating snacks with spiced salt flavor?
Related words
Common phrases
deep-fried squid with spiced salt
deep-fried tofu with spiced salt
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with plain salt or standard pepper powder, as the inclusion of roasted prickly ash gives it a unique, slightly numbing sensation that defines the flavor.
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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.
