Pork

Pork is a staple protein in Cantonese cuisine. You can find pork in a variety of dishes ranging from stir-fries to soups to roasted meats. The pork is often marinated with flavorful seasonings like soy sauce, oyster sauce, and five-spice powder. The flavors are savory and umami-rich in taste. Some famous Cantonese pork dishes include char siu (barbecue pork), siu yuk (crispy roasted pork belly), and dim sum dishes like siu mai and char siu bao.