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Vocabulario para IELTS Academic (Puntuación 6-7) - Comida y Bebidas

Aquí, aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con la comida y las bebidas que son necesarias para el examen académico IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
baking powder
baking powder
[Sustantivo]

a white powder that is used in baking products in order to make them rise and light

levadura en polvo, polvo de hornear

levadura en polvo, polvo de hornear

Ex: Baking powder helped the biscuits achieve a perfect rise and a tender crumb. 

El polvo de hornear ayudó a que las galletas lograran un aumento perfecto y una miga tierna.

sweetener
sweetener
[Sustantivo]

a substance used to add sweetness to food or beverages

edulcorante, endulzante

edulcorante, endulzante

Ex: Can you pass me the sugar packet? I need a sweetener for my tea. 

¿Puedes pasarme el sobre de azúcar? Necesito un edulcorante para mi té.

fat
fat
[Sustantivo]

a substance taken from animals or plants and then processed so that it can be used in cooking

grasa

grasa

Ex: Vegetable fat is often used in baking as a butter substitute. 

La grasa vegetal se usa a menudo en repostería como sustituto de la mantequilla.

preservative
preservative
[Sustantivo]

a substance that is added to food, cosmetics, or other products to prevent or slow down their spoilage or deterioration

conservante, preservativo

conservante, preservativo

Ex: The bread contains a natural preservative to keep it fresh longer. 

El pan contiene un conservante natural para mantenerlo fresco por más tiempo.

poultry
poultry
[Sustantivo]

meat of chickens, turkeys, and ducks

carne de ave, aves

carne de ave, aves

Ex: She prepared a mouthwatering chicken curry using a blend of spices and tender pieces of poultry. 

Ella preparó un curry de pollo delicioso usando una mezcla de especias y trozos tiernos de aves de corral.

legume
legume
[Sustantivo]

any type of plant whose pods contain seeds, such as peas and beans

legumbre

legumbre

Ex: She enjoys a salad made with mixed greens and assorted legumes. 

Disfruta de una ensalada hecha con verduras mixtas y legumbres variadas.

grain
grain
[Sustantivo]

the small seeds of wheat, corn, rice, and other such crops

grano

grano

Ex: The bread is made from whole grains for added nutrition. 

El pan está hecho de granos enteros para una nutrición adicional.

yeast
yeast
[Sustantivo]

a type of fungus capable of converting sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide, used in making alcoholic drinks and bread swell

levadura

levadura

Ex: Adding a teaspoon of yeast to the pizza dough will help it rise and become fluffy. 

Añadir una cucharadita de levadura a la masa de pizza ayudará a que suba y quede esponjosa.

additive
additive
[Sustantivo]

a substance that is added in small quantities to something else to improve or preserve its quality, appearance, or effectiveness

aditivo, agente de adición

aditivo, agente de adición

Ex: The company researched various additives to improve the performance of their paint. 

La empresa investigó varios aditivos para mejorar el rendimiento de su pintura.

cereal
cereal
[Sustantivo]

food made from grain, eaten with milk particularly in the morning

cereal

cereal

Ex: He often takes cereal bars with him for a quick snack when he's on the go. 

A menudo lleva barras de cereales consigo para un bocadillo rápido cuando está en movimiento.

pastry
pastry
[Sustantivo]

a baked good made from dough or batter, often sweetened or filled with ingredients like fruit, nuts, or chocolate

pastel, pastelillo

pastel, pastelillo

Ex: The aroma of freshly baked pastries filled the air in the quaint café. 

El aroma de los pasteles recién horneados llenaba el aire en el pintoresco café.

pudding
pudding
[Sustantivo]

a sweet creamy dish made with milk, sugar, and flour, served cold as a dessert

pudín, budín

pudín, budín

Ex: He made homemade pudding from scratch using milk, sugar, and cocoa powder. 

Hizo pudín casero desde cero usando leche, azúcar y cacao en polvo.

gluten
gluten
[Sustantivo]

a mixture of proteins found in wheat and other cereal grains, responsible for the elastic texture of dough

gluten, proteína del gluten

gluten, proteína del gluten

Ex: Individuals with celiac disease must strictly avoid foods that contain gluten to manage their condition. 

Las personas con enfermedad celíaca deben evitar estrictamente los alimentos que contienen gluten para controlar su condición.

protein
protein
[Sustantivo]

a substance found in food such as meat, eggs, seeds, etc. which is an essential part of the diet and keeps the body strong and healthy

proteína

proteína

Ex: Athletes often consume extra protein to support muscle recovery. 

Los atletas a menudo consumen proteínas adicionales para apoyar la recuperación muscular.

carbohydrate
carbohydrate
[Sustantivo]

a substance that consists of hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon that provide heat and energy for the body, found in foods such as bread, pasta, fruits, etc.

carbohidrato

carbohidrato

Ex: Fruits are a natural source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and fiber. 

Las frutas son una fuente natural de carbohidratos, vitaminas y fibra.

fiber
fiber
[Sustantivo]

a type of carbohydrate that cannot be broken down by the body and instead helps regulate bowel movements and maintain a healthy digestive system

fibra

fibra

Ex: She added more vegetables to her diet to increase her fiber intake. 

Ella agregó más verduras a su dieta para aumentar su ingesta de fibra.

mineral
mineral
[Sustantivo]

a solid and natural substance that is not produced in the body of living beings but its intake is necessary to remain healthy

mineral

mineral

Ex: Iron, a vital mineral, helps the body produce red blood cells. 

El hierro, un mineral vital, ayuda al cuerpo a producir glóbulos rojos.

side dish
side dish
[Sustantivo]

an extra amount of food that is served with the main course, such as salad

acompañamiento, guarnición

acompañamiento, guarnición

Ex: The side dish of roasted vegetables complemented the main course. 

La guarnición de verduras asadas complementó el plato principal.

supper
supper
[Sustantivo]

a meal eaten in the evening, typically lighter than dinner and often the last meal of the day

cena, comida

cena, comida

Ex: He enjoyed a light supper of salad and grilled fish after a long day at work. 

Disfrutó de una cena ligera de ensalada y pescado a la parrilla después de un largo día de trabajo.

bistro
bistro
[Sustantivo]

a small restaurant that is not expensive

bistro, bistrot

bistro, bistrot

Ex: The local bistro is known for its warm atmosphere and friendly service. 

El bistro local es conocido por su ambiente cálido y su servicio amable.

low-fat
low-fat
[Adjetivo]

(of food or a diet) having a low or lower amount of fat

bajo en grasas, desnatado

bajo en grasas, desnatado

Ex: The recipe suggests using low-fat cheese for fewer calories. 

La receta sugiere usar queso bajo en grasa para menos calorías.

processed
processed
[Adjetivo]

(of food) altered in some way from its original state through various methods such as canning, freezing, or adding preservatives

procesado, transformado

procesado, transformado

Ex: Some people avoid processed foods and prefer fresh, whole ingredients in their meals. 

Algunas personas evitan los alimentos procesados y prefieren ingredientes frescos y enteros en sus comidas.

fatty
fatty
[Adjetivo]

(of food) having a high amount of fat

graso, rico en grasa

graso, rico en grasa

Ex: The cheeseburger was indulgent and satisfying, with melted cheese and fatty beef. 

La hamburguesa con queso fue indulgente y satisfactoria, con queso derretido y carne de res grasa.

savory
savory
[Adjetivo]

(of food) salty or spicy rather than sweet

salado, picante

salado, picante

Ex: A slice of savory quiche was the perfect lunchtime treat. 

Una porción de quiche salado fue el capricho perfecto para la hora del almuerzo.

overcooked
overcooked
[Adjetivo]

(of food) having been left on heat for too long, resulting in a loss of moisture, flavor, and tenderness

sobrecocido

sobrecocido

Ex: The overcooked pasta was soft and soggy, with no bite left to it. 

La pasta demasiado cocida estaba blanda y empapada, sin ningún tipo de firmeza.

undercooked
undercooked
[Adjetivo]

not cooked sufficiently, resulting in a raw or partially cooked state

poco cocido, crudo

poco cocido, crudo

Ex: The undercooked vegetables were crunchy and unappetizing, needing more time on the stove. 

Las verduras poco cocidas estaban crujientes y poco apetitosas, necesitando más tiempo en la estufa.

stale
stale
[Adjetivo]

(of food, particularly cake and bread) not fresh anymore, due to exposure to air or prolonged storage

pasado, rancio, duro, correoso

pasado, rancio, duro, correoso

Ex: The cookies tasted stale, indicating they had been left uncovered for too long. 

Las galletas sabían a pasadas, lo que indicaba que habían estado destapadas durante demasiado tiempo.

intolerant
intolerant
[Adjetivo]

unable to tolerate certain foods, medications, or substances

intolerante

intolerante

Ex: She is intolerant of peanuts and carries an epinephrine pen. 

Ella es intolerante a los cacahuetes y lleva una pluma de epinefrina.

fattening
fattening
[Adjetivo]

(of food) likely to cause one to gain weight

que engorda, que hace engordar

que engorda, que hace engordar

chunky
chunky
[Adjetivo]

(of food) having large pieces

con trozos

con trozos

Ex: The chunky peanut butter had generous pieces of nuts, making each bite satisfying. 

La mantequilla de maní con trozos tenía generosos pedazos de nueces, haciendo cada bocado satisfactorio.

starchy
starchy
[Adjetivo]

(of food) containing starch in large amounts

con fécula

con fécula

Ex: He cooked a starchy risotto with Arborio rice, resulting in a rich and creamy texture. 

Cocinó un risotto rico en almidón con arroz Arborio, resultando en una textura rica y cremosa.

succulent
succulent
[Adjetivo]

juicy and full of flavor

suculento

suculento

Ex: After slow-cooking for hours, the pot roast turned out incredibly succulent, drawing praises from everyone at the dinner table. 

Después de cocinarse a fuego lento durante horas, el asado resultó increíblemente suculento, atrayendo elogios de todos en la mesa.

substantial
substantial
[Adjetivo]

containing a significant amount of nourishment

sustancial, nutritivo

sustancial, nutritivo

Ex: The protein shake was designed to be a substantial source of vitamins and minerals for those needing extra nutrition. 

El batido de proteínas fue diseñado para ser una fuente sustancial de vitaminas y minerales para aquellos que necesitan nutrición extra.

crisp
crisp
[Adjetivo]

juicy and firm in texture when describing a fruit or vegetable

crujiente, fresco

crujiente, fresco

Ex: He picked a crisp peach from the tree, savoring its sweet juiciness. 

Cogió un melocotón crujiente del árbol, saboreando su dulce jugosidad.

condiment
condiment
[Sustantivo]

a type of seasoning or sauce that is used to add flavor to food

condimento, aderezo

condimento, aderezo

Ex: Olive oil and balsamic vinegar are classic condiments for dressing a fresh salad. 

El aceite de oliva y el vinagre balsámico son condimentos clásicos para aderezar una ensalada fresca.

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