How to Say ‘Kung Pao chicken’ in Simplified Chinese
宫保鸡丁
💬 Usage Tip: [宫保] is a special title; think royal and delicious.
🇨🇳 In China: Traditional Sichuan dish, originally named after Ding Baozhen, a Qing Dynasty official.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
宫保
[gōng bǎo]
kung pao
A flavor style that includes a combination of spicy, sweet, and savory, often used in chicken dishes.
他常点宫保菜来吃。
He often orders kung pao dishes to eat.
鸡丁
[jī dīng]
diced chicken
Chicken cut into small cubes, commonly used in stir-fried dishes.
宫保鸡丁是一道经典的川菜。
Kung Pao Chicken is a classic Sichuan dish.
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