I’M NOT USED TO EATING STEAMED FISH, BUT IT TASTED GREAT

Steamed fish is a healthy and light dish. It is cooked with steam instead of oil, which keeps it soft and full of flavor. Some people are not used to eating steamed food, especially fish, but it can be very delicious and good for your body.

In this lesson, you will learn how to talk about food experiences, trying something new, and expressing opinions about meals. You will practice grammar structures that help describe present habits, past experiences, and future plans.

I’m not used to eating steamed fish, but I liked it.
He usually eats fried fish.
They are going to try something new today.

📚 GRAMMAR

1. Used to / Be used to:

I’m not used to eating steamed fish.
She is used to eating spicy food.

2. Past Simple:

It tasted great.
We tried a new recipe yesterday.

3. Present Simple:

He usually eats grilled meat.
I don’t eat steamed food often.

4. Present Continuous:

They are cooking fish right now.
I’m trying something new.

5. Future (Will / Going to):

I will order steamed fish next time.
We are going to try new dishes tonight.

6. Modals:

You should try steamed vegetables.
You mustn’t eat raw fish if you don’t like it.
Can I have some lemon with the fish?

7. Adverbs of Frequency:

I rarely eat fish.
He always adds lemon to his meals.

🧠 VOCABULARY

Steamed – cooked with steam, not oil.
Fish – an animal that lives in water, used as food.
Used to – comfortable or familiar with something.
Tasted – the flavor of something when eaten.
Healthy – good for your body.
Recipe – instructions for cooking food.
Flavor – the taste of food.
Dish – a specific type of food.
Try – to do or eat something new.
Opinion – what you think or feel about something.

💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

I’ve never tried this before.
It’s different, but I like it.
Can I have some sauce, please?
This tastes really good!
I’m not used to this, but it’s nice.

🗣️ SENTENCES

Positive:

I’m not used to eating steamed fish, but it tasted great.
She likes trying new dishes.

Negative:

He didn’t enjoy the steamed vegetables.
I don’t usually eat fish.

Questions:

Are you used to eating steamed food?
Did you like the dish?

Answers:

No, but it was very tasty.
Yes, I eat steamed food often.

🗨️ CONVERSATION

Lisa: What are you eating?

Tom: It’s steamed fish. I’m not used to it, but it’s really good.

Lisa: Oh, I always eat fried fish. Is it better?

Tom: It’s healthier and has a softer taste. You should try it.

Lisa: Maybe I will next time. Does it need sauce?

Tom: A little lemon is perfect. Want a bite?

Lisa: Sure, why not? Mmm… that’s actually delicious!

📖 READING

Last night, I went to a small seafood restaurant with my cousin. He recommended I try the steamed fish. I wasn’t sure because I usually eat fried food. But I wanted to try something different. When the dish arrived, it smelled fresh and looked soft. I took the first bite, and I was surprised! It tasted great. The fish was full of flavor, and I didn’t feel heavy after eating. Now I think I will eat steamed fish more often.

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