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Guangdong · THE FOOD GUIDE

Cantonese roast pork

Cantonese char siu

广式叉烧

Guǎngshì chāshāo

Marinated pork roasted on a fork or rack.

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Tender sliced roast pork is easy to share in small portions with rice; cool it and remove any chewy edge pieces if needed.

Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.

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Slightly sweet.

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Texture
Tender and juicy.

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Guangdong

Associated with Guangdong.

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