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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B2 Level Wordlist
recipe [noun]

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

Ex: He found a quick and easy pasta recipe online that became an instant family favorite .

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

Ex: Butter is an essential ingredient in this cake .
to beat [verb]

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

Ex: He used a whisk to beat the cream into soft peaks .
to chop [verb]

to cut something into pieces using a knife, etc.

Ex: The butcher is chopping meat to fulfill customer orders .

to make food look more delicious by decorating it

Ex: He garnished the main course with a slice of lemon and a sprig of rosemary .
to grill [verb]

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

Ex:
to heat [verb]

to raise the temperature of something

Ex: Tomorrow , they will heat water for their morning tea .

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

Ex: The chef marinates the steak in a red wine marinade overnight to tenderize and flavor it before cooking .
to peel [verb]

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

Ex: Use a potato peeler to peel the skin off the potatoes .
to poach [verb]

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

Ex: He learned how to poach salmon in white wine for a delicate taste .
to roast [verb]

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

Ex: Roast the whole chicken over the fire on a rotisserie for a delicious and crispy skin .
to slice [verb]

to cut food or other things into thin, flat pieces

Ex: Use a sharp knife to slice the tomatoes .
to stir [verb]

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

Ex: He skillfully stirred the coffee , watching the cream swirl into a delightful pattern .
to toast [verb]

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

Ex: They decided to toast the cheese on top of the French onion soup until it 's bubbling and golden .
counter [noun]

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

Ex: The dining room counter displayed fine china .
utensil [noun]

an object that is used for cooking or eating

Ex: A sharp knife is one of the most essential utensils in the kitchen .
barbecue [noun]

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

Ex: He cleaned the barbecue thoroughly after the cookout .
blender [noun]

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

Ex: He enjoys making homemade sauces and dips using his high-speed blender .

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

Ex: He seasoned the steak and placed it in the hot frying pan to sear both sides .
wok [noun]

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

Ex: He learned to use a wok to make authentic Chinese fried rice .
mixer [noun]

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

Ex: He prefers using a hand mixer to blend ingredients for smoothies and milkshakes .
lid [noun]

the removable cover at the top of a container

Ex: He struggled to remove the lid from the jar of pickles .

a bowl typically used in cooking and baking for combining ingredients

Ex: He prefers using a stainless steel mixing bowl for making bread dough because it 's easy to clean .

a spoon that is made of wood

Ex: The wooden spoon has been passed down in the family for generations .
scale [noun]

a device used to weigh people or objects

Ex: The doctor 's office had a digital scale to measure patients ' weight accurately during check-ups .
pinch [noun]

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

Ex: A pinch of sugar balances the acidity in the tomato sauce .
cupful [noun]

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

Ex: He measured three cupfuls of rice for dinner to serve the family .
spoonful [noun]

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

Ex: He took a spoonful of medicine to alleviate his sore throat .