Academic IELTS (Banda 6-7) - Mancare si bautura

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

praf de copt

a substance used to add sweetness to food or beverages

îndulcitor

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

grăsime

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

conservant

meat of chickens, turkeys, and ducks

pasăre

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

legume

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

cereală

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

drojdie

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

aditiv

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

cereale

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

aluat

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

puding

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

gluten

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

proteină

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.

carbohidrat

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

fibră

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

mineral

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

fel secundar

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

cină

a small restaurant that is not expensive

bistrou

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

cu conținut scăzut de grăsimi

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

prelucrat

(of food) having a high amount of fat

gras

(of food) salty or spicy rather than sweet

sărat

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

pătruns prea mult

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

necoapt

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

vechi

describing a person who is unable to eat a particular food because it makes them ill

intolerant

(of food) likely to cause one to gain weight

îngrășător

(of food) having large pieces

chunky

(of food) containing starch in large amounts

plin de amidon

tender, juicy, and full of flavorful moisture

suculent

containing a significant amount of nourishment

substanțial

juicy and firm in texture when describing a fruit or vegetable

crocant

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

condiment