zyu1 gou1豬膏猪膏
Jyutpingzyu1 gou1
Yalejyū gōu
Definition
Pork fat or lard.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Traditional Cantonese cooking often relies on lard for its distinct richness and ability to enhance the flavor of simple vegetable dishes. While modern health consciousness has reduced its daily use in home kitchens, it remains a staple in traditional dim sum and classic bakery items for achieving a flaky texture.
Measure word
dau1兜dāuExamples
Related words
Common phrases
lard mixed with rice
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 豬油膏, which refers to a specific type of medicated ointment or balm used for skin conditions, rather than the cooking ingredient.
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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.
