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B2 Level Wordlist - Cooking

Here you will learn some English words about cooking, such as "recipe", "ingredient", "garnish", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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CEFR B2 Vocabulary
recipe
recipe
[noun]

the instructions on how to cook a certain food, including a list of the ingredients required

Ex: She followed her grandmother's chocolate cake recipe, which included a secret ingredient. 
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ingredient

a food item that forms part of a recipe or culinary mixture

Ex: Flour is the main ingredient in bread. 
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to beat
to beat
[Verb]

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

Ex: Beat the eggs until they are fluffy and light in color. 
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to chop
to chop
[Verb]

to cut something into pieces using a knife, etc.

Ex: She chops vegetables for the stir-fry every evening. 
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to garnish

to make food look more delicious by decorating it

Ex: She garnished the salad with cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs. 
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to grill
to grill
[Verb]

to cook food directly over or under high heat, typically on a metal tray

Ex: Grill the burgers over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side. 
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to heat
to heat
[Verb]

to raise the temperature of something

Ex: The chef is currently heating the sauce on the stove. 
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to marinate

to soak food in a seasoned liquid, typically containing oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices, to enhance its flavor and softness before cooking

Ex: She marinates the chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for several hours before grilling it. 
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to peel
to peel
[Verb]

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

Ex: Peel the banana before eating it. 
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to poach
to poach
[Verb]

to cook food, especially fish, in a small amount of boiling water or another liquid

Ex: She decided to poach the eggs for a healthier breakfast option. 
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to roast
to roast
[Verb]

to cook something, especially meat, over a fire or in an oven for an extended period

Ex: Roast the turkey in the oven at 350° F for several hours until it's golden brown and juicy. 
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to slice
to slice
[Verb]

to cut food or other things into thin, flat pieces

Ex: Slice the bread for sandwiches. 
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to stir
to stir
[Verb]

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

Ex: She gently stirred the soup, ensuring all the flavors blended perfectly before serving. 
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to toast
to toast
[Verb]

to make food such as bread or cheese brown by heating it

Ex: Toast the bread until it's golden brown and crispy. 
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counter
counter
[noun]

a sideboard or cabinet in a dining room with drawers and shelves

Ex: The buffet counter held plates and cutlery. 
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utensil
utensil
[noun]

an object that is used for cooking or eating

Ex: Make sure you have the right utensils, like a spatula and whisk, for this recipe. 
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barbecue
barbecue
[noun]

a frame made of metal on which food is cooked over a fire

Ex: They set up the barbecue in the backyard to grill burgers and hot dogs. 
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blender
blender
[noun]

an electrical device used to blend, mix, or puree food and liquids into a smooth consistency

Ex: She used the blender to make a fruit smoothie with bananas, strawberries, and yogurt. 
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frying pan

a flat-bottomed pan with low sides and a long handle, typically used for frying and browning foods

Ex: She heated oil in the frying pan before adding the vegetables to sauté. 
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wok
wok
[noun]

a pan in the shape of a bowl, especially used for making Chinese dish

Ex: She heated oil in the wok before adding the vegetables for a quick stir-fry. 
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mixer
mixer
[noun]

a device or object used for combining ingredients together to achieve a certain texture

Ex: She used a mixer to whip cream until it formed stiff peaks for the dessert. 
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lid
lid
[noun]

the removable cover at the top of a container

Ex: She placed the lid on the pot to let the soup simmer. 
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mixing bowl

a bowl typically used in cooking and baking for combining ingredients

Ex: She used a large mixing bowl to combine flour, sugar, and eggs for the cake batter. 
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wooden spoon

a spoon that is made of wood

Ex: She used a wooden spoon to stir the sauce to prevent scratching the pot. 
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scale
scale
[noun]

a device used to weigh people or objects

Ex: The bathroom scale indicated that she had lost a few pounds after her diet and exercise regimen. 
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pinch
pinch
[noun]

a slight amount of something one can hold between the index finger and thumb

Ex: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the dish. 
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cupful
cupful
[noun]

the amount that fills a cup, typically a standard measuring cup used in cooking and baking

Ex: The recipe called for two cupfuls of flour to make the dough. 
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spoonful
spoonful
[noun]

the amount that fills a spoon, typically a standard eating or measuring spoon

Ex: She added a spoonful of honey to her tea for sweetness. 
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