char siu

English

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Etymology

From Cantonese 叉燒／叉烧 (caa1 siu1, “fork roast”).

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˌt͡ʃɑː ˈʃuː/
  • (Hong Kong) IPA(key): /t͡ʃɑ siu̯/

Noun

char siu (uncountable)

  1. A style of preparation of barbecued pork in Cantonese cuisine, typically using honey and spices. [from 20th c.]
    • 2021 February, The Road Ahead, Brisbane, page 37, column 1:
      We settled on cumin-spiced lamb buns, Moreton Bay bug crystal dumplings and the char siu Ōra King salmon fillet.

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