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Topic-Related Verbs - Verbs Related to Preparing Food Using Heat

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to preparing food using heat such as "bake", "fry", and "grill".

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to cook
[Verb]

to make food with heat

Ex: We should cook the chicken thoroughly before eating .
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to cook food for too long or at too high a temperature, resulting in a loss of flavor, texture, or nutritional value

Ex: He learned from experience not to overcook eggs , as they become rubbery and unappetizing .
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to bake
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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 fry
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to cook in hot oil or fat

Ex: She will fry the turkey for Thanksgiving dinner .
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to grill
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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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to roast
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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 toast
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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 stew
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to cook something at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

Ex: He enjoys stewing beans with bacon and onions for a comforting meal .
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to brown
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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 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 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 braise
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to cook food at a low temperature with a small amount of liquid in a closed container

Ex: He enjoys braising vegetables with white wine and garlic for a savory side dish .
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to saute
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to quickly fry food in a small amount of hot oil

Ex: He enjoys sauteing chicken breasts with herbs and spices for a quick and tasty dinner .
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to crisp
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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 cook small pieces of meat or vegetables by constantly moving them around in very hot oil

Ex: He enjoys stir-frying bell peppers and onions with steak strips for fajitas.
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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 broil
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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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