A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Sold as a culinary alkaline solution; check the food-use label rather than identifying it by appearance.
In the kitchen
Added to the syrup-and-oil dough for Cantonese mooncakes.
Potassium carbonate is a common component, and blends vary. This liquid ingredient is distinct from dry cooking alkali; concentrations are not interchangeable.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有枧水吗？
Does this dish contain Food-grade alkaline water?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
