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东坡肉
Proper noundōngpōròu
Description
东坡肉是一种很有名的中国菜，用猪肉做成，肉很软很香。
Dongpo pork is a famous Chinese dish made from pork, with tender and fragrant meat.
这道菜的名字来自古代的一位诗人苏东坡。
The name of this dish comes from an ancient poet, Su Dongpo.
Meanings
东坡肉dōngpōròu
Dongpo pork, a braised pork belly dish
我最爱吃东坡肉，肉又软又甜。
My favorite dish is Dongpo pork; the meat is tender and sweet.
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Notes
- Etymology
named after Song-dynasty poet Su Dongpo (苏东坡), said to have created the dish.
- Nuance
similar to 红烧肉 but traditionally cut into large square blocks.
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