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  • Appetizer (noun): A small dish served before the main course to stimulate the appetite.

  • Entrée (noun): The main course of a meal.

  • Side dish (noun): A dish served with the main course, such as vegetables or rice.

  • Dessert (noun): A sweet course served at the end of a meal.

  • Course (noun): A part of a meal, such as the appetizer, main course, and dessert.

  • Cuisine (noun): The style of cooking of a particular country or region. (e.g., Italian cuisine, French cuisine)

  • Ingredient (noun): A substance that is used to make a dish.

  • Recipe (noun): A set of instructions for cooking a dish.

  • Aromatic (adjective): Having a pleasant smell, especially food.

  • Flavorful (adjective): Having a strong or interesting taste.

  • Bland (adjective): Having little or no taste.

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General Food

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  • Bake (verb): To cook food in an oven with dry heat.

  • Boil (verb): To cook food in a liquid at a high temperature until bubbles form.

  • Braise (verb): To cook food slowly in a covered pot with a small amount of liquid.

  • Broil (verb): To cook food by direct heat, usually from above.

  • Fry (verb): To cook food in hot oil or fat.

  • Grill (verb): To cook food over or under a direct heat source, usually on a metal grate.

  • Poach (verb): To cook food in a simmering liquid, such as eggs.

  • Roast (verb): To cook food in an oven with dry heat, usually uncovered.

  • Sauté (verb): To cook food quickly in a small amount of fat over high heat, while stirring constantly.

  • Simmer (verb): To cook food in a liquid just below boiling point.

  • Steam (verb): To cook food by passing steam over it.

  • Whisk (verb): To beat a liquid or mixture rapidly to incorporate air or blend ingredients.​

Food Preparation

Food Description

  • Succulent (adjective): Having a juicy and delicious flavor.

  • Tender (adjective): Easy to bite or chew.

  • Creamy (adjective): Having a smooth and rich texture, often due to the presence of cream.

  • Crispy (adjective): Having a hard and brittle texture that makes a crackling sound when bitten.

  • Chewy (adjective): Having a tough texture that requires a lot of chewing.

  • Spicy (adjective): Having a hot or piquant flavor, typically due to the presence of chili peppers.

  • Tangy (adjective): Having a sharp or slightly sour flavor.

  • Savory (adjective): Having a salty or meaty flavor, as opposed to sweet.

  • Bitter (adjective): Having an unpleasant, sharp taste.

  • Umami (adjective): Having a savory, meaty taste that is difficult to describe.

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