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bak hoo
Commonly found variants; note these may range from acceptable alternatives to
non-standard forms or incorrect spellings*.
* Singlish is a largely spoken creole, and as such descriptivism (recording forms that reflect actual pronunciation in spoken language, or as appearing in the linguistic corpus) is more pertinent than strict prescriptivism. Nevertheless, the use of more standard forms (or for words originating in languages with Latin script, such as Malay, accurate to the original spelling) is recommended and encouraged.
* Singlish is a largely spoken creole, and as such descriptivism (recording forms that reflect actual pronunciation in spoken language, or as appearing in the linguistic corpus) is more pertinent than strict prescriptivism. Nevertheless, the use of more standard forms (or for words originating in languages with Latin script, such as Malay, accurate to the original spelling) is recommended and encouraged.
also can:
bah hu bak hoo
bak hu
→
Hokkien:
肉拊
poj:
bah-hú
Detailed etymology
definitions
noun
- a meat floss made by stewing a meat, usually pork, chicken, or beef (though others such as fish are sometimes used) together with spices and sugar until soft enough to be pulled into individual fibres. It is then further beaten and broken down while being heated e.g. by frying in a large wok until it is dry and slightly crispy. The finished product has a texture similar to coarse wool. It is a common topping used to add protein and flavour to various dishes and confectioneries, such as on the popular bakery staple of pork or chicken floss buns.
Bak Hu can be eaten as is or as a topping for congee, rice, noodles, and stir fries. We like to eat it with white bread.
— 2023 January 6, Linda. Roti & Rice, "Bak Hu (Pork Floss)". https://www.rotinrice.com/bak-hu-pork-floss/