Lạp Xưởng, Chinese-Style Cured Sausage
Lạp xưởng is the sweet-savory Cantonese cured sausage that flavors so much of Chinese and Vietnamese home cooking. Our Quê Hương SỐ1 range balances pork and pork fat for a rich taste, and includes classic and spicy versions plus pork-and-chicken blends.
Steam or simmer the links until plump, then slice them on an angle for claypot rice, fried rice, sticky rice, and stir-fries, or serve them with steamed vegetables and eggs. Because the flavor is concentrated, a little goes a long way, and the sausage renders its own fragrant fat as it cooks.
The classic version leans sweet and savory, the spicy blend adds heat, and the pork-and-chicken options are a bit leaner. Keep the sausage cold, cook it through before eating, and slice it thin so it spreads through the dish.
Find these at Asian grocery stores across the United States. See our Where to Buy page for a store near you, or contact us about wholesale and case orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you cook Chinese sausage?
Steam or simmer the links for several minutes until plump and cooked through, or slice and add them to rice and stir-fries so they cook as the dish does. Always cook before eating.
What dishes use lạp xưởng?
Claypot rice, fried rice, sticky rice, and stir-fries, or served with steamed vegetables and eggs. Slice it thin so the flavor spreads.
What is the difference between the classic and spicy sausage?
The classic is sweet and savory in the Cantonese style. The spicy blend adds chili heat. The pork-and-chicken versions are a little leaner.
How should it be stored?
Keep it refrigerated or frozen and cook it through before serving. Slice only what you need and reseal the rest.