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Preparación de Alimentos y Bebidas - Métodos de cocción mecánicos

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con métodos mecánicos de cocción como "juliana", "molino" y "mezclar".

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Words Related to Food and Drink Preparation
to beat
[Verbo]

to repeatedly mix something using a spoon, fork, etc.

batir

batir

Ex: The recipe instructs to beat the butter and sugar until creamy .La receta indica **batir** la mantequilla y el azúcar hasta que estén cremosos.
to blend
[Verbo]

to combine different substances together

mezclar, combinar

mezclar, combinar

Ex: The bartender blended ingredients to craft a delicious cocktail .El bartender **mezcló** los ingredientes para elaborar un delicioso cóctel.
to blitz
[Verbo]

to blend or process food quickly and thoroughly in a blender, food processor, or similar appliance until smooth or finely chopped

triturar, licuar

triturar, licuar

Ex: To save time , she blitzed the ingredients for the dip in one go .Para ahorrar tiempo, ella **trituró** los ingredientes para la salsa de una vez.
to bone
[Verbo]

to remove the bones from meat, fish, or poultry, often to make it easier to cook or eat

deshuesar, quitar los huesos

deshuesar, quitar los huesos

to butcher
[Verbo]

to kill and prepare animals, typically for food

matar, despiezar

matar, despiezar

Ex: The family together butchered the chickens they raised for their dinner .La familia **destazó** juntos los pollos que criaron para su cena.
to butter
[Verbo]

to spread a smooth, creamy substance on something, usually using a knife

untar con mantequilla, enmantequillar

untar con mantequilla, enmantequillar

Ex: Do n't forget to butter the baking dish before adding the cake batter .No olvides **untar con mantequilla** el molde para hornear antes de agregar la masa del pastel.
to carve
[Verbo]

to cut a piece of cooked meat into smaller pieces

trinchar, cortar

trinchar, cortar

Ex: The barbecue enthusiast proudly carved the smoked brisket into thick slices .El entusiasta de la barbacoa cortó con orgullo el pecho ahumado en rebanadas gruesas.
chiffonade
[Sustantivo]

a technique in which herbs or leafy vegetables are finely sliced or shredded into thin, ribbon-like strips

chiffonade

chiffonade

to chip
[Verbo]

to break a small piece off something

astillar, desportillar

astillar, desportillar

Ex: He chipped a tooth while biting down on a hard piece of candy .Él **astilló** un diente al morder un caramelo duro.
to churn
[Verbo]

to stir cream very hard until it transforms into butter

batir, agitar

batir, agitar

Ex: In pioneer days , families would take turns churning cream for the week .En los días de los pioneros, las familias se turnaban para **batir** la crema de la semana.
to clean
[Verbo]

to trim or cut off excess fat, gristle, or other undesirable portions from meat or poultry before cooking

limpiar, desgrasar

limpiar, desgrasar

Ex: While preparing dinner , we cleaned the fish fillets to ensure they were ready for grilling .Mientras preparábamos la cena, **limpiamos** los filetes de pescado para asegurarnos de que estuvieran listos para la parrilla.
to core
[Verbo]

to remove the central part from a fruit, vegetable, or similar item

descorazonar, quitar el corazón

descorazonar, quitar el corazón

Ex: She cored the apples before baking the pie .Ella **quitó el corazón** a las manzanas antes de hornear el pastel.

to prepare vegetables or fruits, especially tomatoes, by removing the seeds, peeling, and cutting them into big pieces

concassar

concassar

Ex: To prepare the salsa , first , you need to concasse the tomatoes .Para preparar la salsa, primero necesitas **concassar** los tomates.
to cream
[Verbo]

to make a substance smooth by beating or mixing

batir hasta que quede cremoso, mezclar hasta obtener una consistencia suave

batir hasta que quede cremoso, mezclar hasta obtener una consistencia suave

Ex: Cream the cheese and herbs together for a flavorful spread .**Bate** el queso y las hierbas juntos para un untable sabroso.
to cube
[Verbo]

to cut something into small, equal, square-shaped pieces

cortar en cubos, picar en dados

cortar en cubos, picar en dados

Ex: While cooking , he was cubing the onions for the salsa , enhancing its flavor .Mientras cocinaba, estaba **cortando en cubos** las cebollas para la salsa, mejorando su sabor.
to curry
[Verbo]

to flavor food with a mix of spices commonly used in Indian cuisines

condimentar, sazonar con una mezcla de especias

condimentar, sazonar con una mezcla de especias

Ex: We decided to curry the chickpeas with curry powder and tomatoes for a spicy curry .Decidimos **curry** los garbanzos con curry en polvo y tomates para un curry picante.
to cut
[Verbo]

to divide a thing into smaller pieces using a sharp object

cortar

cortar

Ex: They cut the cake into slices to share with everyone .Ellos **cortaron** el pastel en rebanadas para compartir con todos.
to deseed
[Verbo]

to remove seeds from fruits, vegetables, or other foods

despepitar, quitar las semillas

despepitar, quitar las semillas

to dice
[Verbo]

to cut food into small cubes

cortar en cubitos, cortar en dados

cortar en cubitos, cortar en dados

Ex: The recipe called for her to dice the apples for the pie filling .La receta requería que **cortara** las manzanas en cubos para el relleno del pastel.
dough sheet
[Sustantivo]

a flattened piece of dough used as a base for various baked goods or pastries

lámina de masa, plancha de masa

lámina de masa, plancha de masa

to dredge
[Verbo]

to coat or cover food, typically with flour or breadcrumbs, before cooking

rebozar, empanar

rebozar, empanar

Ex: In the southern-style cooking , they often dredge okra in cornmeal before being fried to perfection .En la cocina sureña, a menudo **rebozan** la okra en harina de maíz antes de freírla a la perfección.
to dress
[Verbo]

to add seasonings, sauces, or other toppings to enhance the flavor or appearance of food

aderezar, aliñar

aderezar, aliñar

Ex: The roasted vegetables were dressed with a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving .Las verduras asadas fueron **aderezadas** con un hilo de glaseado de balsámico antes de servir.
to drizzle
[Verbo]

to pour a thin, fine stream of liquid, such as sauce, oil, or syrup, over food

verter en hilo, rociar

verter en hilo, rociar

Ex: The chef artfully drizzled balsamic glaze over the Caprese salad , adding a touch of elegance .El chef roció artísticamente el glaseado de vinagre balsámico sobre la ensalada Caprese, añadiendo un toque de elegancia.
egg wash
[Sustantivo]

a mixture of beaten eggs and liquid used to brush onto the surface of dough or other baked goods before baking

baño de huevo, pintura de huevo

baño de huevo, pintura de huevo

to stuff one food item inside another

engastrar, rellenar

engastrar, rellenar

to filet
[Verbo]

to prepare or cut a piece of meat or fish into boneless, flat pieces, typically removing bones in the process

filetear

filetear

Ex: To prepare for the seafood feast, the chef would fillet a variety of fish, offering a diverse selection for the guests.Para preparar el festín de mariscos, el chef **fileteaba** una variedad de pescados, ofreciendo una selección diversa para los invitados.
to flake
[Verbo]

to break or separate into small, thin pieces, usually using a fork or fingers

desmenuzar, desmigajar

desmenuzar, desmigajar

to fold in
[Verbo]

to gently mix one ingredient into another by lifting and turning the mixture with a spatula or spoon

incorporar suavemente, mezclar levantando

incorporar suavemente, mezclar levantando

Ex: The chef demonstrated how to fold the egg whites in the cake batterEl chef demostró cómo **incorporar** las claras de huevo en la masa del pastel.
to french
[Verbo]

to slice food, typically vegetables, into long, thin strips or ribbons

cortar en juliana

cortar en juliana

Ex: While I was preparing dinner , she was frenching the green beans , adding a gourmet touch to the meal .Mientras yo preparaba la cena, ella **cortaba en juliana** los ejotes, añadiendo un toque gourmet a la comida.
to garnish
[Verbo]

to make food look more delicious by decorating it

adornar, aderezar, decorar

adornar, aderezar, decorar

Ex: The dessert was garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a mint leaf .El postre estaba **adornado** con un espolvoreado de azúcar en polvo y una hoja de menta.
to grate
[Verbo]

to cut food into small pieces or shreds using a tool with sharp holes

rallar

rallar

Ex: He carefully grated chocolate to sprinkle on top of the dessert .Con cuidado, **ralló** chocolate para espolvorear encima del postre.
to gut
[Verbo]

to remove the internal organs or intestines, typically from an animal, often for food preparation

destripar, limpiar

destripar, limpiar

Ex: While she was cooking, he was gutting the fish for the fish stew, preparing it for the pot.Mientras ella cocinaba, él **destripaba** el pescado para el guiso de pescado, preparándolo para la olla.
to hull
[Verbo]

to remove the outer covering or husk from a seed or grain

descascarar, pelar

descascarar, pelar

Ex: We hired workers to hull the soybeans on the farm before packaging them for sale .Contratamos trabajadores para **descascarar** los granos de soja en la granja antes de envasarlos para la venta.
to joint
[Verbo]

to prepare meat by cutting or separating it at the natural points of articulation, often in preparation for cooking

deshuesar, trocear

deshuesar, trocear

Ex: While she was cooking , he was jointing the fish for grilling , ensuring it cooked evenly .Mientras ella cocinaba, él **despiezaba** el pescado para asarlo, asegurándose de que se cocinara uniformemente.
to juice
[Verbo]

to extract liquid from fruits, vegetables, or other sources, typically by pressing or squeezing

extraer, exprimir

extraer, exprimir

Ex: We juiced the cucumbers and mint leaves to create a cool and refreshing detox drink .**Exprimimos** los pepinos y las hojas de menta para crear una bebida desintoxicante fresca y refrescante.

to cut food, especially vegetables, into thin, matchstick-sized strips

juliana

juliana

Ex: The chef has julienned the potatoes for the crispy shoestring fries .El chef ha **julianeado** las patatas para las crujientes patatas paja.
to knead
[Verbo]

to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

amasar, trabajar, sobar

amasar, trabajar, sobar

Ex: The sculptor used various hand movements to knead and shape the clay into a detailed sculpture .El escultor utilizó varios movimientos de mano para **amasar** y dar forma a la arcilla en una escultura detallada.
to ladle
[Verbo]

to serve or transfer a liquid or food using a ladle

servir con cucharón

servir con cucharón

Ex: During the feast , guests take turns ladling gravy onto their plates , savoring the rich flavor with each bite of roast turkey .Durante el banquete, los invitados se turnan para **servir** la salsa en sus platos, disfrutando del rico sabor con cada bocado de pavo asado.
to mash
[Verbo]

to crush food into a soft mass

hacer puré de, triturar, majar

hacer puré de, triturar, majar

Ex: He mashed the soft tofu with miso paste and green onions to make a flavorful tofu spread .Él **aplastó** el tofu suave con pasta de miso y cebollas verdes para hacer un untable de tofu sabroso.
to mill
[Verbo]

to grind or crush something, especially grains or other materials, using a mechanical device or equipment

moler, triturar

moler, triturar

Ex: The coffee plantation milled the beans to produce a variety of coffee blends .La plantación de café **molió** los granos para producir una variedad de mezclas de café.
to mince
[Verbo]

to cut meat or other food into very small pieces, usually using a meat grinder or a sharp knife

picar

picar

Ex: To make homemade sausage , you need to mince the pork .Para hacer salchichas caseras, necesitas **picar** la carne de cerdo.
to mix
[Verbo]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

mezclar

mezclar

Ex: The baker diligently mixed the batter to ensure a smooth and uniform texture for the cake .El panadero **mezcló** diligentemente la masa para asegurar una textura suave y uniforme para el pastel.
to pare
[Verbo]

to peel or strip away the outer layer of a fruit, vegetable, or other foods

pelar

pelar

Ex: By the time they arrived , she had already pared the oranges for the juice .Para cuando llegaron, ella ya había **pelado** las naranjas para el jugo.
to peel
[Verbo]

to remove the skin or outer layer of something, such as fruit, etc.

pelar, quitar

pelar, quitar

Ex: Before making the salad , wash and peel the carrots .Antes de hacer la ensalada, lava y **pela** las zanahorias.
to pepper
[Verbo]

to sprinkle or season food with ground pepper or peppercorns to add flavor and spice

salpimentar, condimentar con pimienta

salpimentar, condimentar con pimienta

Ex: The chef peppers the steak with a blend of spices for a flavorful taste .El chef **sazona** el bistec con una mezcla de especias para un sabor sabroso.
to pipe
[Verbo]

to create decorative patterns or designs by forcing a semi-solid mixture, such as whipped cream or dough, through a nozzle or pastry bag with a specific shape

decorar con manga pastelera, aplicar con manga

decorar con manga pastelera, aplicar con manga

Ex: She piped the dough into star shapes before baking them .Ella **colocó** la masa en forma de estrellas antes de hornearlas.
to pit
[Verbo]

to remove the pit or stone from a fruit

deshuesar, quitar el hueso

deshuesar, quitar el hueso

Ex: The chef demonstrated how to pit a mango efficiently .El chef demostró cómo **deshuesar** un mango de manera eficiente.
to pluck
[Verbo]

to pull out the feathers of a dead bird in order to prepare it for cooking

desplumar

desplumar

Ex: With practiced hands , the cook plucked the game bird , a task requiring precision and patience .Con manos expertas, el cocinero **desplumó** el ave de caza, una tarea que requiere precisión y paciencia.
to pod
[Verbo]

to remove peas or beans from their outer covering, typically as part of food preparation

desvainar, desgranar

desvainar, desgranar

Ex: While she was cooking , he was podding the lentils for the soup , ensuring they were ready for use .Mientras ella cocinaba, él **desgranaba** las lentejas para la sopa, asegurándose de que estuvieran listas para usar.
to prepare
[Verbo]

to cook food for eating

preparar

preparar

Ex: Why are you always preparing snacks when guests are expected ?¿Por qué siempre estás **preparando** bocadillos cuando se esperan invitados?

to hastily create a meal, typically using whatever ingredients are available

improvisar, preparar apresuradamente

improvisar, preparar apresuradamente

Ex: When unexpected guests arrived , she had to rustle up something to serve them .Cuando llegaron invitados inesperados, tuvo que **improvisar** algo para servirles.
to salt
[Verbo]

to add salt to food or another substance in order to enhance its flavor

salar, agregar sal

salar, agregar sal

Ex: She likes to salt her eggs before cooking them for added flavor .A ella le gusta **salar** sus huevos antes de cocinarlos para darles más sabor.
to scale
[Verbo]

to adjust or modify something according to a specific rate, standard, or size

medir

medir

Ex: The business plans to scale its marketing strategy to reach international customers .El negocio planea **escalar** su estrategia de marketing para llegar a clientes internacionales.

to mix an egg yolk with its egg whites and then cook it, usually with milk or butter

revolver

revolver

Ex: He liked to scramble eggs with a touch of cream , creating a velvety texture for his morning meal .Le gustaba **revolver** los huevos con un toque de crema, creando una textura aterciopelada para su comida matutina.
to scrape
[Verbo]

to remove a thin layer or small amount of something from a surface using a sharp or rough edge

raspar, rascar

raspar, rascar

Ex: She scrapes the mud off her shoes before entering the house .Ella **raspa** el barro de sus zapatos antes de entrar a la casa.
to season
[Verbo]

to add spices or salt to food to make it taste better

sazonar, condimentar

sazonar, condimentar

Ex: Seasoning the chicken with lemon and herbs adds freshness to the dish .**Sazonar** el pollo con limón y hierbas añade frescura al plato.
to seed
[Verbo]

to remove the seeds from a fruit or vegetable

despepitar, quitar las semillas

despepitar, quitar las semillas

Ex: She seeded the pumpkin before roasting it for a holiday treat .Ella **despepitó** la calabaza antes de asarla para un regalo navideño.
to shave
[Verbo]

to cut thin slices or layers from the surface of something

raspar, afeitar

raspar, afeitar

Ex: He carefully shaved thin layers of chocolate from the block to garnish the dessert with delicate curls .Con cuidado, **rasuró** finas capas de chocolate del bloque para decorar el postre con delicados rizos.
to shell
[Verbo]

to remove the outer covering from something, often to access what is inside

pelar, descascarar

pelar, descascarar

Ex: While cooking , he was shelling the pistachios for the dessert .Mientras cocinaba, estaba **descascarando** los pistachos para el postre.
to shred
[Verbo]

to cut something into very small pieces

triturar, cortar en trozos pequeños

triturar, cortar en trozos pequeños

Ex: The chef demonstrated how to shred cheese for the pizza topping .El chef demostró cómo **rallar** el queso para el topping de la pizza.
to shuck
[Verbo]

to remove the outer covering or shell from corn, oysters, or other similar foods

desgranar, pelar

desgranar, pelar

to sift
[Verbo]

to pass a powdered substance through a sieve or fine mesh to remove lumps or impurities

tamizar, pasar por un tamiz

tamizar, pasar por un tamiz

Ex: While baking , he was sifting the spices for the curry recipe .Mientras horneaba, estaba cerniendo las especias para la receta de curry.
to skim
[Verbo]

to remove a substance, such as foam or fat, from the surface of a liquid or object, typically by gently scooping or brushing it off

espumar, desnatar

espumar, desnatar

Ex: To maintain the clarity of the fish tank , he regularly skimmed the floating particles .Para mantener la claridad del acuario, **espumaba** regularmente las partículas flotantes.
to skin
[Verbo]

to remove the outer layer or covering from something

pelar, despellejar

pelar, despellejar

Ex: Skinning the fruit makes it easier to eat .**Pelar** la fruta hace que sea más fácil de comer.

to add spices or flavorful ingredients to a dish to give it more flavor

sazonar, condimentar

sazonar, condimentar

Ex: They spiced up the barbecue rub with a blend of smoky spices and savory herbs .Ellos **condimentaron** el adobo para barbacoa con una mezcla de especias ahumadas y hierbas sabrosas.
to spread
[Verbo]

to put a layer of a smooth or soft substance over a surface

untar, extender

untar, extender

Ex: He spread peanut butter on the crackers for a quick snack .Él **untó** mantequilla de maní en las galletas para un bocadillo rápido.
to stir
[Verbo]

to move a spoon, etc. around in a liquid or other substance to completely mix it

revolver, remover

revolver, remover

Ex: In the morning , she liked to stir her oatmeal with cinnamon for a warm and comforting breakfast .Por la mañana, a ella le gustaba **remover** su avena con canela para un desayuno cálido y reconfortante.
to stone
[Verbo]

to remove the seeds from fruits, such as cherries or peaches

deshuesar, quitar el hueso

deshuesar, quitar el hueso

Ex: While cooking , she was stoning the dates for the dessert , removing the pits carefully .Mientras cocinaba, ella **deshuesaba** los dátiles para el postre, quitando los huesos con cuidado.
to stuff
[Verbo]

to fill meat or vegetables with a mixture of different ingredients

rellenar

rellenar

Ex: We often stuff our burritos with a combination of seasoned ground beef , rice , beans , and cheese .A menudo **rellenamos** nuestros burritos con una combinación de carne molida sazonada, arroz, frijoles y queso.
to sweeten
[Verbo]

to make something taste sweeter

endulzar, dulcificar

endulzar, dulcificar

Ex: Sweetening the strawberries with powdered sugar enhances their natural sweetness in desserts .**Endulzar** las fresas con azúcar en polvo realza su dulzura natural en los postres.

to make meat softer and easier to eat or cut by breaking down the fibers, typically through pounding or marinating it

ablandar

ablandar

to remove the tops and tails or ends of something, such as trimming the stems and leaves from vegetables

to toss
[Verbo]

to mix or combine ingredients by gently lifting and turning them in a bowl or pan

mezclar, revolver

mezclar, revolver

Ex: After roasting , toss the vegetables with a sprinkle of salt and pepper for added flavor .Después de asar, **mezcla** las verduras con un poco de sal y pimienta para agregar sabor.
to truss
[Verbo]

to prepare a bird for cooking by securing its wings and legs close to its body

atar, bridar

atar, bridar

Ex: While cooking , he was trussing the goose for the traditional holiday meal .Mientras cocinaba, estaba **atando** el ganso para la comida tradicional de las fiestas.
to whip
[Verbo]

to mix ingredients with a wire whisk or fork in cooking or baking to achieve a specific texture

batir, montar

batir, montar

Ex: In baking , it 's essential to whip the batter thoroughly to incorporate air for a light and fluffy cake .En repostería, es esencial **batir** la masa a fondo para incorporar aire y obtener un pastel ligero y esponjoso.
to whip up
[Verbo]

to make food very quickly

preparar, improvisar

preparar, improvisar

Ex: Let 's whip up a quick and easy breakfast before we leave .Hagamos un desayuno rápido y fácil antes de irnos con **whip up**.
to whisk
[Verbo]

to beat or mix rapidly, typically with a utensil such as a whisk

batir, mezclar rápidamente

batir, mezclar rápidamente

Ex: The chef whisks the cream until it forms soft peaks for the dessert topping .El chef **bate** la crema hasta que forma picos suaves para el topping del postre.
to whizz
[Verbo]

to blend or puree ingredients using a food processor or blender

triturar, licuar

triturar, licuar

Ex: Before adding the liquid , whizz the dry ingredients in the food processor to break up any lumps and ensure a smooth batter .Antes de agregar el líquido, **tritura** los ingredientes secos en el procesador de alimentos para deshacer los grumos y asegurar una masa suave.
to zest
[Verbo]

to add flavor or enhance the taste of food by adding citrus peel or other aromatic ingredients

rallar la cáscara, añadir ralladura

rallar la cáscara, añadir ralladura

Ex: She zests the orange into the salad dressing to add a tangy twist .Ella **ralla** la cáscara de naranja en el aderezo para añadir un toque ácido.
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