Steamed: meaning, definitions and examples

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steamed

 

[ stiหmd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cooking method

Steamed refers to the cooking method where food is prepared by heating it in steam. This technique retains more nutrients compared to boiling, as the food doesn't come into direct contact with water. It's commonly used for vegetables, fish, and dumplings. Steaming is considered a healthier alternative as it often requires little to no oil. This method ensures the food maintains its texture and flavor.

Synonyms

cooked, heated, prepared

Examples of usage

  • I steamed the broccoli for dinner.
  • The chef steamed the fish to keep it moist.
  • Steamed dumplings are a popular dish in Asian cuisine.

Translations

Translations of the word "steamed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vaporoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเคพเคช เคฎเฅ‡เค‚ เคชเค•เคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gedรคmpft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kukus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐ ะฟะฐั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ na parze

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่’ธใ—ใŸ (ใ‚€ใ—ใŸ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cuit ร  la vapeur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ al vapor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท buharda piลŸirilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐœํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุทุจูˆุฎ ุนู„ู‰ ุงู„ุจุฎุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uvaล™enรฉ v pรกล™e

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ parenรฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่’ธ (zhฤ“ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kuhan na pari

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gufu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑัƒา“ะฐ ะฟั–ัั–ั€ั–ะปะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒจแƒขแƒจแƒ˜ แƒ›แƒแƒ›แƒ–แƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ buฤŸda biลŸirilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cocido al vapor

Etymology

The word 'steamed' originates from the Old English 'steamian', which derives from the word 'steam', indicating the vapor into which water is transformed when heated. The cooking method has been traced back centuries, as it is one of the most ancient ways of preparing food, utilized in various cultures and cuisines worldwide. The practice gained traction in the 19th century when steam engines and steaming pots became available. As industries grew, so did the accessibility of steaming as a culinary technique, leading to its popularity in modern cooking. Today, steaming remains a preferred method for preparing healthy meals.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,476, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.