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Food and Drink Preparation - Dry Heat Cooking Methods

Here you will learn some English words related to dry heat cooking methods such as "roast", "sear", and "broil".

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Words Related to Food and Drink Preparation
to bake
to bake
[Verb]

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: He enjoys baking pies , especially during the holiday season .
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to blind bake

a baking technique where a pastry crust is partially or fully baked before adding the filling

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to barbecue

to grill food over fire, adding flavor with marinades or spices

Ex: He spends weekends barbecuing brisket and sausages for his friends .
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to grill
to grill
[Verb]

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

Ex: He plans to grill fish skewers for dinner tonight .
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Maillard reaction

a chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars that results in the browning and flavor development of food when heated

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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: Roasting potatoes in the oven with rosemary and garlic makes for a savory side dish .
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to sear
to sear
[Verb]

to quickly cook the surface of food at high heat to develop a crust or color

Ex: He seared the tuna quickly on each side to keep it rare in the middle .
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to broil
to broil
[Verb]

to cook food, especially meat or fish, under or over direct heat

Ex: He prefers to broil lamb chops on the grill for a delicious smoky taste .
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to broast
to broast
[Verb]

to cook food, typically chicken, in a manner that it is first marinated, coated in flour, and then pressure-cooked

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to brown
to brown
[Verb]

to cook or heat something until it turns a golden or darker color

Ex: He prefers to brown the steak on the grill for a smoky char .
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to caramelize

to heat sugar or other foods until it becomes a golden brown color and develops a rich flavor and aroma

Ex: The pastry chef used a torch to caramelize the sugar coating on the surface of the crème brûlée .
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to charbroil

to grill food on a hot grill or open flame to achieve a charred or smoky flavor and a distinctive grilled texture

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to dry-roast

to cook food, typically nuts, seeds, or spices, in a dry skillet or pan without the addition of any oil or fat

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to oven-cook

to cook food in an oven

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to hibachi

to cook food on a traditional Japanese grill, usually involving grilling, searing, or cooking over high heat

Ex: She hibachis her meals regularly, appreciating the simplicity and quick cooking time of the hibachi grill.
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to microwave

to heat or cook something, especially food, in a microwave

Ex: Microwave the mug cake for one minute until it 's cooked through .
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to charboil

to grill or barbecue food over direct high heat

Ex: The aroma of charbroiled ribs filled the air as the barbecue competition heated up.
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to chargrill

to cook food, especially meat or fish, at a very high temperature

Ex: The aroma of chargrilled burgers wafted through the air, enticing customers into the outdoor barbecue joint.
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to crisp
to crisp
[Verb]

to make something crunchy by removing moisture, often through cooking or baking

Ex: He prefers to crisp the tortillas on a griddle for authentic tacos .
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to griddle

to cook food on a flat, heated surface, often without the use of additional oil or fat, until it is cooked to desired doneness

Ex: The breakfast cook griddles eggs and bacon every morning for the hotel guests .
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to nuke
to nuke
[Verb]

to heat or cook food rapidly using a microwave oven

Ex: The reheatable breakfast burrito was designed for those who prefer to nuke their morning meals .
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to pop
to pop
[Verb]

to cook food in hot oil or fat until it bursts open or becomes crispy, such as popcorn

Ex: The street vendor popped the dough into the hot oil , frying it until it puffed up into delicious golden-brown beignets .
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to put on
to put on
[Verb]

to begin cooking or heating something, especially on a stove

Ex: Before you leave, put on the coffee.
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to reheat
to reheat
[Verb]

to warm previously cooked food

Ex: They are reheating the soup on the stovetop .
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to spatchcock

to split and flatten a poultry or game bird for cooking

Ex: She prefers to spatchcock her quail before grilling them to perfection .
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to toast
to toast
[Verb]

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

Ex: He prefers to toast his bread on the grill for a smoky flavor .
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to zap
to zap
[Verb]

to heat or cook food quickly using a microwave oven

Ex: Whenever I need a warm beverage , I can simply zap my coffee in the microwave .
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to preheat

to heat a grill or an oven before putting food in it

Ex: Every time I bake , I preheat the oven to ensure even cooking .
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to warm through

to gently heat previously cooked or chilled food to bring it to a desired temperature

Ex: Can you warm the soup through before serving it?
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