jyu4 daan2魚蛋鱼蛋
Jyutpingjyu4 daan2
Yaleyùh dáan
Definition
Fish ball; a food made from minced fish paste shaped into balls, commonly available in white or fried yellow varieties.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Fish balls are a quintessential street food in Hong Kong, often sold at small stalls or convenience stores. They are typically served either boiled in a spicy curry sauce or plain in a clear broth. The yellow variety is deep fried, giving it a firmer texture compared to the softer, white steamed version.
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nap1粒nāpExamples
I really like eating curry fish balls.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse the street food 魚蛋 with the larger, stuffed fish balls found in Hakka cuisine or hot pot, which are often called 魚蛋 but have a different texture and preparation method.
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