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Key Dishes Vocabulary - Sushi

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sushi
sushi
[noun]

a dish of small rolls or balls of cold cooked rice flavored with vinegar and garnished with raw fish or vegetables, originated in Japan

Ex: He learned how to make sushi at a cooking class and now enjoys making it at home for friends and family .
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japan
japan
[noun]

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

Ex: Japan's public transportation system is known for its efficiency and punctuality, especially the Shinkansen bullet trains.
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dish
dish
[noun]

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

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rice
rice
[noun]

a small and short grain that is white or brown and usually grown and eaten a lot in Asia

Ex: We had sushi for lunch , which was filled with rice and fresh fish .
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fish
fish
[noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: The fish tacos were topped with tangy slaw and creamy sauce .
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ingredient

a food item that forms part of a recipe or culinary mixture

Ex: Each ingredient was carefully weighed before mixing .
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taste
taste
[noun]

the sense that we feel when we put food in our mouth

Ex: The taste of the exotic fruit was a pleasant surprise .
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chef
chef
[noun]

a highly trained cook who often cooks for hotels or restaurants

Ex: He admired the chef's ability to turn simple ingredients into extraordinary meals that delighted everyone at the table .
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sticky
sticky
[Adjective]

having a thick consistency that clings to surfaces when in contact

Ex: The jam was so sticky it clung to the spoon .
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raw
raw
[Adjective]

related to foods that have not been exposed to heat or any form of cooking

Ex: He liked his steak cooked rare , almost raw in the center .
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: The restaurant offered a vegetarian dish with a mix of seasonal vegetables.
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seaweed
seaweed
[noun]

a type of plant that grows in or near the sea

Ex: The beach was littered with seaweed after the storm , creating a natural carpet of green and brown .
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to wrap
to wrap
[Verb]

to cover an object in paper, soft fabric, etc.

Ex: During the holidays , families often gather to wrap presents and share the joy of gift-giving .
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nigiri
nigiri
[noun]

a type of sushi consisting of a small, hand-pressed mound of vinegared rice topped with a slice of raw fish, seafood, or other ingredients, sometimes bound together with a thin strip of seaweed

Ex: My favorite sushi variety is eel nigiri with a sweet soy glaze .
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maki
maki
[noun]

a type of sushi roll consisting of vinegared rice and various fillings such as fish, vegetables, or seafood, all wrapped in a sheet of seaweed and sliced into bite-sized pieces

Ex: My favorite type of sushi is spicy tuna maki with a drizzle of sriracha mayo .
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sashimi
sashimi
[noun]

a Japanese dish consisting of thinly sliced raw fish or seafood that is typically served with soy sauce and wasabi

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chopsticks

a strategic hand game where players use their fingers to manipulate and transfer the number of sticks or points between their hands to reach a specific goal

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soy sauce
soy sauce
[noun]

a thin dark brown sauce, made from soybeans, used in Asian cuisines

Ex: Soy sauce is a key ingredient in traditional Japanese dishes like sushi and teriyaki .
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wasabi
wasabi
[noun]

a spicy condiment used in Japanese cuisine, made from the grated root of the wasabi plant

Ex: The chef skillfully incorporated wasabi into the creamy sauce .
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spicy
spicy
[Adjective]

having a strong taste that gives your mouth a pleasant burning feeling

Ex: They ordered the spicy Thai noodles , craving the intense heat and bold flavors .
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protein
protein
[noun]

a substance found in food such as meat, eggs, seeds, etc. which is an essential part of the diet and keeps the body strong and healthy

Ex: This energy bar contains 20 grams of plant-based protein.
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vitamin
vitamin
[noun]

natural substances that are found in food, which the body needs in small amounts to remain healthy, such as vitamin A, B, etc.

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healthy
healthy
[Adjective]

making someone feel well or showing good health

Ex: This smoothie is both delicious and healthy.
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: We ordered takeout from our favorite restaurant and enjoyed it at home .
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customer
customer
[noun]

a person, organization, company, etc. that pays to get things from businesses or stores

Ex: The store 's policy is ' the customer is always right ' .
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: The river flowed quickly after heavy rainfall .
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beautifully
beautifully
[Adverb]

in a manner that is visually, aurally, or emotionally delightful or graceful

Ex: The poem is beautifully written , full of vivid imagery .
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ehomaki
ehomaki
[noun]

a special type of thick sushi roll, traditionally eaten uncut the day before spring in Japan while facing a lucky direction for the year

Ex: According to tradition , eating an entire ehomaki roll without speaking ensures prosperity for the year .
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to believe

to accept something to be true even without proof

Ex: You should n't believe everything you see on social media .
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