A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
A light, pale-yellow powder with a smooth feel and a mild pine aroma; it may taste slightly bitter.
In the kitchen
Dusted over sticky rice cakes, including some Linhai wufan maci, to reduce sticking and add aroma.
This entry describes the culinary powder. Coatings differ by recipe; soybean flour is a separate alternative. Check the actual ingredient, not just its yellow color.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有松花粉吗？
Does this dish contain Pine pollen?
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.
