bei2 muk6 jyu2比目魚比目鱼
Jyutpingbei2 muk6 jyu2
Yalebéi muhk yú
Definition
Flatfish, such as halibut, sole, or flounder.
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How it's used
While 比目魚 is the standard name, locals almost exclusively use specific market names depending on the exact species and preparation. You will frequently hear 龍脷 for flatfish used in steaming or frying, and 大地魚 is the essential dried version used to add deep umami flavour to wonton noodle soup broth. Using the formal name in a wet market might sound slightly detached from the local culinary culture.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
Shall we steam a halibut for dinner tonight?
The meat of this halibut is quite coarse, it is not that tasty.
Related words
Common phrases
steamed halibut
ground dried flatfish powder
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 龍脷葉, which is a plant used in herbal tea for coughs, despite the shared name.
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