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What Is Lap Cheong (Chinese Sausage)?

Lap cheong is a firm, sweet-savoury Chinese sausage, usually made from pork and pork fat, cured and lightly dried. It keeps for months unopened, and is a store-cupboard staple in Cantonese cooking.

How to use it

FAQ

Does lap cheong need cooking?

Yes, always cook it before eating, usually by steaming, frying or stir-frying.

How long does it keep?

Unopened, it keeps for months in a cool cupboard. Once opened, refrigerate and use within a couple of weeks.

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Huì

Huì

Huì is a Beijing-born chef working in the UK. She writes The Asian Larder, with tested Asian recipes for British home cooks and honest advice on where to buy every ingredient.
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