Cooking

“Cooking” is more than just satisfying your hunger. For ESL learners like yourself, it's a gateway to a new culture. Learning about cooking not only helps you navigate grocery stores and prepare delicious meals, but also fosters cultural understanding. Sharing a meal is a universal act of connection, and today’s vocabulary about “cooking” will allow you to connect with people on a deeper level. So, let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about Cooking.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Seasoning

📚 DEFINITION

An ingredient, such as salt, pepper, or herbs, added to food to enhance its flavor.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Don't forget to season your food with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Fresh herbs can be used as a flavorful seasoning.

3. Add seasonings gradually to ensure that you don’t over season your dish.

2. Leftovers

📚 DEFINITION

Food that is not eaten during a meal and is saved to be eaten later.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. We can use the leftover chicken to make a salad for lunch tomorrow.

2. Leftovers can be a great way to save money and avoid food waste.

3. Some dishes, like stews, actually taste better after the flavors have had time to develop, making them perfect for leftovers.

3. Al dente

📚 DEFINITION

Describes cooked pasta that is firm to the bite, not mushy.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions for perfect al dente texture.

2. Al dente pasta absorbs sauce better than overcooked pasta.

3. If you don’t know what al dente should taste like, you can check for doneness by tasting a piece of pasta – it should have a slight bite to it.

4. Marinade

📚 DEFINITION

A seasoned liquid in which food is soaked before cooking to add flavor and moisture.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, soy sauce, and ginger for at least 30 minutes before grilling.

2. Marinades can tenderize tougher cuts of meat.

3. There are endless possibilities for creating flavorful marinades based on your chosen ingredients.

5. Reduce

📚 DEFINITION

To simmer a liquid uncovered to concentrate its flavor by evaporating some of the water.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Reduce the sauce over medium heat until it thickens and becomes syrupy.

2. Reducing a sauce can intensify its flavors and create a richer texture.

3. Be sure to watch the sauce carefully while reducing to avoid burning it.

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