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C2 Level Wordlist - Preparing Food

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Preparing Food, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
to blanch
to blanch
[Verb]

to briefly immerse food in boiling water, often followed by rapid cooling, to preserve color, remove skin, or prepare for freezing

Ex: The home canner preferred to blanch the peaches before preserving them in jars to maintain their natural color and flavor .
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to scald
to scald
[Verb]

to heat a liquid, especially milk or water until it boils or gets close to that degree

Ex: The coffee connoisseur carefully scalded the water to the precise temperature for brewing the perfect cup .
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to deglaze

to dissolve and loosen cooked food particles from the bottom of a pan by adding liquid, often wine, broth, or stock, during cooking

Ex: The turkey drippings were deglazed with apple cider to create a delicious pan sauce for the Thanksgiving dinner .
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to aerate
to aerate
[Verb]

to expose something to fresh air, often to refresh, dry, or ventilate it

Ex: The artist aerated the canvas before painting to remove dust .
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to dredge
to dredge
[Verb]

to coat or cover food, typically with flour or breadcrumbs, before cooking

Ex: In the southern-style cooking , they often dredge okra in cornmeal before being fried to perfection .
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to knead
to knead
[Verb]

to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

Ex: The sculptor used various hand movements to knead and shape the clay into a detailed sculpture .
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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 parboil

to partly boil food, especially vegetables

Ex: She decided to parboil the rice before stir-frying it with vegetables and spices for a quick and flavorful meal .
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to saute
to saute
[Verb]

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 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 filet
to filet
[Verb]

to prepare or cut a piece of meat or fish into boneless, flat pieces, typically removing bones in the process

Ex: To prepare for the seafood feast, the chef would fillet a variety of fish, offering a diverse selection for the guests.
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to braise
to braise
[Verb]

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 bloom
to bloom
[Verb]

to allow a food ingredient, such as gelatin or yeast, to absorb liquid and soften or expand

Ex: The recipe called for blooming the spices in hot oil to intensify their flavor before adding the remaining ingredients .
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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 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 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 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 baste
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: The recipe called for basting the ham with a brown sugar glaze every 15 minutes .
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confit
confit
[noun]

a method of slow-cooking meat in fat at a low temperature to achieve tender, flavorful results

Ex: Learning confit techniques is essential for traditional French cuisine .
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broiling
broiling
[noun]

a cooking method that involves exposing food to heat, often over a fire or under a grill

Ex: Broiling is a preferred method for making gratin dishes, producing a golden-brown crust on top.
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