Lap cheong

Lap cheong is a type of dried, cured Chinese sausage commonly used in various Chinese cuisines, especially Cantonese. It's made primarily from pork meat and fat, seasoned with a mixture of sugar, salt, soy sauce, and often rice wine or rose water, among other seasonings. The sausage is then left to air-dry in a cool environment for a period of time. Lap cheong has a sweet and savory flavor profile, and its texture is relatively firm compared to many fresh sausages. It is usually used in stir-fries and rice dishes or steamed and baked.