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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: She enjoys sushi, especially the salmon and avocado rolls. 
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japan
japan
[noun]

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

Ex: Japan is renowned for its unique blend of traditional culture and modern technology. 
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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: I prefer brown rice over white rice for its nutritional benefits. 
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fish
fish
[noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: He used white fish to make fish and vegetable stir-fry for a healthy dinner. 
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ingredient

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

Ex: Flour is the main ingredient in bread. 
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taste
taste
[noun]

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

Ex: He liked the complex taste of the wine. 
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chef
chef
[noun]

a highly trained cook who often cooks for hotels or restaurants

Ex: The chef prepared a delicious five-course meal for the guests, showcasing his culinary skills. 
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sticky
sticky
[Adjective]

having a thick consistency that clings to surfaces when in contact

Ex: The syrup was sticky and hard to clean off the counter. 
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raw
raw
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She enjoyed a salad made with raw vegetables and leafy greens. 
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

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

Ex: Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad. 
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seaweed
seaweed
[noun]

a type of plant that grows in or near the sea

Ex: I enjoy the refreshing taste of seaweed salad. 
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to wrap
to wrap
[Verb]

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

Ex: She decided to wrap the birthday gift in colorful wrapping paper and tie it with a ribbon. 
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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: I ordered a plate of salmon nigiri at the sushi restaurant. 
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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: I ordered a tuna maki roll with avocado and cucumber. 
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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: She served a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and chili for the crispy spring rolls. 
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wasabi
wasabi
[noun]

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

Ex: She dipped her sushi into the small bowl of wasabi. 
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spicy
spicy
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The spicy salsa made with fresh jalapeños added a kick to the chips. 
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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: Chicken and fish are excellent sources of 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: A good night's sleep is necessary for staying healthy. 
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
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customer
customer
[noun]

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

Ex: The customer couldn't find the dress in her size. 
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: After years of practice, her skill in playing the guitar became exceptional. 
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: She finished the race quickly, crossing the finish line first. 
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beautifully
beautifully
[Adverb]

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

Ex: She danced beautifully, moving with grace and elegance. 
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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: On Setsubun, we bought ehomaki and ate it silently while facing the lucky direction. 
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to believe

to accept something to be true even without proof

Ex: I believed her excuses for missing the meeting. 
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