Topic-Related Verbs - Verbs Related to Adding Flavor to Food

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to adding flavor to food such as "season", "marinate", and "sweeten".

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Topic-Related Verbs
to curry [verb]

to flavor food with a mix of spices commonly used in Indian cuisines

Ex: Curry the rice with cinnamon , cardamom , and cloves for a fragrant side dish .

to spread a smooth, creamy substance on something, usually using a knife

Ex: Butter the corn on the cob before sprinkling it with salt .
to sauce [verb]

to enhance the flavor or appeal of something by adding a flavorful liquid

Ex: The chef sauced the chicken wings with a spicy buffalo sauce for a fiery taste .
to baste [verb]

to pour fat, juices, or other liquid over the surface of food, such as meat or vegetables, while it is cooking

Ex: We baste the pork chops with apple cider while they grill over direct heat .

to add spices or salt to food to make it taste better

Ex: The chef seasons the vegetables with garlic and olive oil for added flavor .
to spice [verb]

to add flavorful seasonings to food

Ex: The chef spices the marinade with garlic and paprika for added depth of flavor .

to preserve or flavor food by soaking it in a vinegar or salt water solution

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to improve or change the taste of a dish by adding spices, vegetables, etc. to it

Ex: The chef flavors the marinade with citrus and herbs to infuse the meat with flavor .
to salt [verb]

to add salt to food or another substance in order to enhance its flavor

Ex: The chef salts the soup to bring out the flavors of the vegetables .
to brine [verb]

to soak food in a solution of water and salt, often to preserve or flavor it

Ex: The chef brines the pork chops in a savory solution to infuse them with flavor before cooking .

to soak food in a seasoned liquid, typically containing oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices, to enhance its flavor and softness before cooking

Ex: The chef marinates the steak in a red wine marinade overnight to tenderize and flavor it before cooking .

to make something taste sweeter

Ex: The baker sweetens the cake batter with granulated sugar before baking it in the oven .