Food and Drink Preparation - Prepared Food

Here you will learn some English words related to prepared foods such as "overdone", "smoked", and "precooked".

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Food and Drink Preparation
al dente [adjective]

(of food, particularly pasta) cooked just enough to still have a firm texture when bitten into, without being overly soft or mushy

au poivre [adjective]

(of food) coated or served with a generous amount of freshly ground black or mixed peppercorns

au lait [adjective]

(of a dish or beverage) made or served with milk as an ingredient

a la king [adjective]

(of food) made with diced meat that was cooked in a cream sauce with mushrooms and peppers

au gratin [adjective]

prepared or served with a topping of breadcrumbs, cheese, or butter

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au jus [adjective]

(of food) served along with the natural juices of the food or a sauce made from those juices

au naturel [adjective]

(of food) prepared simply and without additional seasonings or flavorings

en papillote [adjective]

(of food) prepared by being placed inside a folded pouch made of parchment paper or aluminum foil, then baked

en vessie [adjective]

(of meat or fish) cooked inside a bladder, typically from a pig, or other casing, often to preserve moisture and enhance flavor

en croute [adjective]

(of food) baked or cooked inside a pastry crust, such as a meat or vegetable filling wrapped in puff pastry or another type of dough

en brochette [adjective]

(of food) skewered and cooked on a broiler or grill

a la mode [adverb]

referring to a dish served with a particular style or fashion often used to describe a dessert topped with ice cream, or a dish served with a specific sauce or garnish to enhance its flavor or presentation

to cook food to a desired temperature, rapidly chill it, and store it in a chilled state for later use

deep-fried [adjective]

(of food) cooked by being fully submerged in hot oil

devilled [adjective]

(of food) highly seasoned, often with hot spices or mustard

done [adjective]

cooked or prepared to the desired level of completion

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dry-roasted [adjective]

(of food, usually nuts or seeds) roasted in a dry pan or oven without the addition of any fats or oils

flambe [adjective]

(of food) prepared using a technique where alcohol is added to a dish and ignited to create a burst of flames

fried [adjective]

cooked in very hot oil

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

(of glass) having a textured surface that diffuses light for privacy while still letting light through

Ex: The office partitions were made of frosted glass , creating a sense of openness while maintaining privacy .
gentle [adjective]

mild or soft in manner, action, or effect

Ex: His gentle voice reassured the frightened kitten .
hard-boiled [adjective]

(eggs) boiled with both the white and yolk firm

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jointed [adjective]

having joints, segments, or sections

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oven-ready [adjective]

prepared and ready to be cooked in an oven without further preparation

Ex: The chicken came with oven-ready instructions for roasting .
overdone [adjective]

cooked or prepared excessively, resulting in an undesirable outcome

Ex: She complained that the vegetables were overdone and mushy .
piping hot [adjective]

very hot, often to the point of steaming or emitting heat

precooked [adjective]

partially or fully cooked before being packaged or sold

Ex: He prefers to buy precooked pasta for convenience , as it only requires reheating .
rare [adjective]

(of meat) cooked for a short time in a way that the flesh is still red inside

Ex: The filet mignon was cooked rare , just enough to sear the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy .
roast [adjective]

(of food) cooked in an oven or over an open flame until the food is browned on the outside and cooked through on the inside

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scalloped [adjective]

prepared by being baked with a creamy sauce or milk

smoked [adjective]

(of food) exposed to smoke from burning wood or other materials during the cooking or preservation process

Ex: The deli offered a selection of smoked meats , including ham , turkey , and pastrami .
soft-boiled [adjective]

(eggs) boiled for a short time, with a runny or partially set yolk

Ex: She prefers her soft-boiled eggs with a slightly runny yolk .
stewed [adjective]

cooked slowly in a liquid until it becomes tender and flavorful

sunny-side up [adjective]

(of a fried egg) cooked on one side without flipping

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uncooked [adjective]

(of food) not having been heated or prepared for eating

Ex: The uncooked pasta needed to be boiled before serving .
underdone [adjective]

not fully cooked or not cooked to the desired level

Ex: The cake was underdone in the middle and gooey .
well-done [adjective]

(of meat) completely cooked in a way that there is not any pink flesh inside

Ex: The chicken breast was grilled until it was well-done and had a golden-brown crust on the outside .
julienne [adjective]

(of vegetables) cut into short narrow strips

chasseur [adjective]

cooked with mushrooms, shallots, and herbs, often finished with a wine-based sauce

cured [adjective]

preserved using methods like salting or smoking to prevent spoilage and enhance taste

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farci [adjective]

(of food) stuffed or filled with a mixture of ingredients

lyonnaise [adjective]

cooked with onions, which are often diced or sliced and fried until golden brown and caramelized

Ex: For breakfast , we enjoyed lyonnaise eggs with mixed-in caramelized onions .
marengo [adjective]

(of food, typically chicken or veal) cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and wine

newburgh [noun]

a dish made of seafood, such as lobster, shrimp, or scallops, cooked in a creamy sauce

parmentier [adjective]

(of food) made with potatoes, often mashed or sliced, as a key ingredient or featured element

provencale [adjective]

(of food) characteristic of the food of Provence in southeastern France, known for its use of fresh ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, often prepared with simple techniques like grilling or stewing

undressed [adjective]

(of food) plain, unseasoned, or not garnished

Ex: She preferred her sandwiches undressed .

a cooking technique where food, typically fish, is coated or garnished with almonds or almond flakes