Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2C in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "additive", "nutrient", "stir-fry", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate
food [noun]

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

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

a flat, shallow container for cooking food in or serving it from

Ex: The children decorated their cupcakes on a colorful dish .
curry [noun]

a variety of dishes originating from South Asia, typically made with meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in a hot sauce and then served with rice

Ex: He enjoys experimenting with different curry recipes , adding his own twist with unique spice blends and ingredients .
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 .
pudding [noun]

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

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

a dish of rice cooked with meat, vegetables, etc., originated in Italy

salad [noun]

a mixture of usually raw vegetables, like lettuce, tomato, and cucumber, with a type of sauce and sometimes meat

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sandwich [noun]

two pieces of bread with cheese, meat, etc. between them

Ex: My friend prefers a vegetarian sandwich with avocado and sprouts .
soup [noun]

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

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stew [noun]

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

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stir-fry [noun]

a dish prepared by quickly cooking ingredients in a hot pan while constantly stirring

Ex: Stir-fry is a quick and healthy option for a weeknight meal .
egg [noun]

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

Ex: I love having a sunny-side-up egg on my avocado toast .
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 .
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 .
pork [noun]

meat from a pig, eaten as food

Ex: The barbecue restaurant specializes in slow-smoked pork ribs with a tangy barbecue sauce .
wheat [noun]

the common grain that is used in making flour, taken from a cereal grass which is green and tall

Ex: The farmer harvested wheat from the fields to produce flour for local bakeries .
diet [noun]

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

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bacon [noun]

thin slices of salted or smoked pork, often fried and eaten in meals

Ex: I cooked bacon to add a smoky flavor to my homemade baked beans .
tomato [noun]

a soft and round fruit that is red and is used a lot in salads and many other foods

Ex: She diced the tomato and mixed it with avocado , cilantro , and lime juice to make a refreshing salsa .
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 .
mushroom [noun]

any fungus with a short stem and a round top that we can eat

Ex: I love grilled mushrooms with my steak .
tuna [noun]

a type of large fish that is found in warm seas

Ex: Canned tuna is a convenient option for quick meals , whether in sandwiches or pasta dishes .

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 .
crisp [noun]

a thin, round piece of potato, cooked in hot oil and eaten cold as a snack

Ex: He enjoyed the satisfying crunch of the homemade crisps .
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 .
peanut [noun]

a type of nut that could be eaten, growing underground in a thin shell

Ex: Peanuts can be processed to make peanut flour , which is used in gluten-free baking .
steak [noun]

a large piece of meat or fish cut into thick slices

Ex: The butcher recommended a thick-cut steak for the barbecue , ensuring it stayed juicy and flavorful .
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 .
calcium [noun]

a soft silver-white metal that is an important element in bones and teeth

fat [noun]

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

Ex: Vegetable fat is often used in baking as a butter substitute .
chicken [noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

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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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cereal [noun]

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

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nutrient [noun]

a substance such as a vitamin, protein, fat, etc. that is essential for good health and growth

Ex: A balanced diet includes a variety of nutrients .
additive [noun]

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

Ex: The company researched various additives to improve the performance of their paint .
fiber [noun]

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

Ex: She added more vegetables to her diet to increase her fiber intake .
protein [noun]

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

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