Top Notch 1A - Unit 4 - Lesson 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Lesson 1 in the Top Notch 1A coursebook, such as "category", "sweet", "meat", etc.

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salmon [noun]

the meat of fish from the salmon family, known for its pink-orange color and rich flavor

Ex: The chef prepared a salmon steak with a lemon butter sauce .
grain [noun]

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

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pasta [noun]

an Italian food that is a mixture of flour, water, and at times eggs formed it into different shapes, typically eaten with a sauce when cooked

Ex: He prefers whole grain pasta because it adds more fiber and nutrients to his meals .
rice [noun]

a small and short grain that is white or brown and usually grown and eaten a lot in Asia

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noodle [noun]

a type of thin, long food made with flour and egg, eaten in a soup or with sauce

Ex: He made a quick noodle salad for lunch .
bread [noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: The bakery offers a variety of breads , including sourdough and whole wheat .

milk or foods that are made from milk, such as butter and cheese

Ex: Butter is another popular dairy product used in cooking and baking .
butter [noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: He melted butter in a saucepan to make a savory garlic butter sauce .
cheese [noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: Sprinkling Parmesan cheese over pasta dishes adds a savory touch .
milk [noun]

the white liquid we get from cows, sheep, or goats that we drink and use for making cheese, butter, etc.

Ex: Milk is a good source of calcium , which helps in building strong bones and teeth .
yogurt [noun]

a thick liquid food that is made from milk and is eaten cold

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oil [noun]

a liquid that is smooth and thick, made from animals or plants, and used in cooking

Ex: He carefully measured the oil to fry the chicken to perfection .
corn oil [noun]

an oil that is made from corn and usually used when cooking

Ex: The popcorn was cooked in hot corn oil for extra crispiness .

an oil that is pale yellow or green, made from olives, and often used in salads or for cooking

Ex: She drizzled olive oil over the salad .

an oil that is obtained from coconuts and is often used in food or beauty products

Ex: Coconut oil solidifies at cooler temperatures .
sweet [adjective]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

Ex: I prefer sweet popcorn over salty .
candy [noun]

a type of sweet food that is made from sugar and sometimes chocolate

Ex: I ca n't resist a piece of candy after dinner .
pie [noun]

a food that is made by baking fruits, vegetables, or meat inside one or multiple layers of pastry

Ex: We baked a berry pie using a mix of strawberries , raspberries , and blackberries .
cake [noun]

a sweet food we make by mixing flour, butter or oil, sugar, eggs and other ingredients, then baking it in an oven

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cookie [noun]

a sweet baked treat typically made with flour, sugar, and other ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts

Ex: I tried a vegan cookie made with plant-based ingredients and loved its taste .
juice [noun]

the liquid inside fruits and vegetables or the drink that we make from them

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grilled [adjective]

having been cooked over direct heat, often on a grill, resulting in a charred or seared exterior

Ex: The grilled steak was perfectly seared on the outside and tender on the inside , cooked to perfection .
fried [adjective]

cooked in very hot oil

Ex: The fried fish fillets were golden-brown and flaky , with a delicate flavor .
soup [noun]

liquid food we make by cooking things like meat, fish, or vegetables in water

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category [noun]

a group of items that share a common feature

Ex: The store 's website organizes products into categories for easier browsing .
food [noun]

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

Ex: She always tries to choose healthy and nutritious foods .
fruit [noun]

something we can eat that grows on trees, plants, or bushes

Ex: I bought a variety of fresh fruits from the grocery store .
apple [noun]

a fruit that is round and has thin yellow, red, or green skin

Ex: I placed the shiny red apple in the basket .
banana [noun]

a soft fruit that is long and curved and has hard yellow skin

Ex: My mom peeled a ripe banana for me .
grape [noun]

a purple or green fruit that is round, small, and grows in bunches on a vine

Ex: I ate a handful of sweet grapes for a refreshing snack .
orange [noun]

a fruit that is juicy and round and has thick skin

Ex: The market had ripe oranges with bright orange peels .

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: I always start my day with a nutritious vegetable omelette packed with spinach , tomatoes , and mushrooms .
carrot [noun]

a long orange vegetable that grows beneath the ground and is eaten cooked or raw

Ex: The children snacked on carrot chips instead of potato chips .
pepper [noun]

a hollow fruit, typically red, green, or yellow, eaten as a vegetable either raw or cooked with other food

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broccoli [noun]

a vegetable with a thick stem and clusters of edible flower buds, typically green in color

Ex: Purple broccoli is less common but just as nutritious as green .
onion [noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: She reached for the onion in the pantry and noticed it was sprouting , so she decided to plant it in her garden .
meat [noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: She cooked the meat on low heat to ensure it was tender and moist .
chicken [noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

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lamb [noun]

meat that is from a young sheep

Ex: The shepherd 's pie is made with minced lamb , topped with creamy mashed potatoes .
beef [noun]

meat that is from a cow

Ex: The roast beef sandwich at the deli is a customer favorite , piled high with thinly sliced beef and horseradish sauce .
seafood [noun]

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

Ex: He 's on a seafood diet , preferring to eat only seafood dishes for their health benefits and delicious flavors .
fish [noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: She grilled the fish to perfection , sprinkling it with herbs and lemon for a fresh and zesty flavor .
tuna [noun]

the meat of a large fish named tuna that lives in warm waters

Ex: The grilled tuna was seasoned with lemon and herbs .
shrimp [noun]

the meat of shrimp commonly eaten as seafood

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