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How to Say ‘Steamed fish’ in Simplified Chinese

清蒸鱼

qīng zhēng yú

[qīngzhēng yoo]

💬 Usage Tip: Chinese dish names often follow the pattern cooking method + ingredient: 清蒸鱼, 红烧肉 "red-braised pork". Knowing the methods helps you decode a lot of a menu.

Phrase Breakdown

清蒸

qīng zhēng

[qīngzhēng]

to steam plainly

A cooking method: steaming food with light seasoning and little oil.

Example

我最喜欢吃清蒸鱼。

I like plain steamed fish the most.

鱼

yú

[yoo]

fish

A common dish item that may be included in a set meal or special menu.

Example

家庭套餐里有鱼。

The family set meal includes fish.

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