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Key Dishes Vocabulary - Dumplings

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dumpling
dumpling
[noun]

a dish consisting of small balls of dough that can be baked, fried, or boiled, served with meat

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dough
dough
[noun]

a thick mixture of flour, liquid and sometimes yeast that is baked into bread or pastry

Ex: Pizza dough needs to be stretched and shaped before adding the toppings. 
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flour
flour
[noun]

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

Ex: For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with almond flour in the cake recipe. 
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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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bread
bread
[noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: I toasted a slice of bread and spread peanut butter on it for breakfast. 
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filling
filling
[noun]

a combination of ingredients used as a filling for pastries, sandwiches, and other food items

Ex: The filling in the pastry was sweet and creamy. 
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to steam
to steam
[Verb]

to cook using the steam of boiling water

Ex: She loves to steam vegetables for a healthy side dish. 
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to boil
to boil
[Verb]

to cook food in very hot water

Ex: I boil eggs for breakfast every morning. 
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to fry
to fry
[Verb]

to cook in hot oil or fat

Ex: He decided to fry the shrimp for the pasta dish. 
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. 
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to mix
to mix
[Verb]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

Ex: The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce. 
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thin
thin
[Adjective]

having opposite sides or surfaces that are close together

Ex: The paper was thin, allowing light to pass through easily. 
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flat
flat
[Adjective]

(of a surface) continuing in a straight line with no raised or low parts

Ex: She spread the dough on the baking sheet, making it flat and even. 
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to cut
to cut
[Verb]

to divide a thing into smaller pieces using a sharp object

Ex: I cut the paper with scissors to make a snowflake. 
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to press
to press
[Verb]

to push a thing tightly against something else

Ex: He pressed his foot on the accelerator to increase the speed of the car. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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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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sweet
sweet
[Adjective]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

Ex: He likes the sweet taste of fresh strawberries. 
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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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pork
pork
[noun]

meat from a pig, eaten as food

Ex: The chef prepared a delicious dish using tender pork loin and a savory sauce. 
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cabbage
cabbage
[noun]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. 
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celebration

a gathering or event where people come together to honor someone or something, often with food, music, and dancing

Ex: The whole town came together for a grand celebration in honor of their mayor's reelection. 
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Chinese
Chinese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of China

Ex: She studied Chinese history during her semester abroad in Beijing. 
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New Year
New Year
[noun]

the beginning of a new calendar year, often celebrated with parties and traditions

Ex: Many people make resolutions for the New Year. 
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gnocchi
gnocchi
[noun]

a type of small, soft pasta made from potatoes, flour, and sometimes eggs

Ex: She enjoyed a plate of homemade potato gnocchi, tossed in a rich tomato and basil sauce. 
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sauce
sauce
[noun]

a flavorful liquid, served with food to give it a particular taste

Ex: My mother made a creamy béchamel sauce for the lasagna. 
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comfort food

the type of food that makes one feel happy, because of containing a lot of carbohydrates or sugar, or reminds one of home

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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: The book contains the history of ancient Egypt. 
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to join
to join
[Verb]

to bring things together or form a connection between them

Ex: The carpenter joined the wooden planks to build a sturdy table. 
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together
together
[Adverb]

in the company of or in proximity to another person or people

Ex: We walked together through the quiet streets. 
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to cook
to cook
[Verb]

to make food with heat

Ex: I love to cook scrambled eggs with cheese for breakfast. 
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flavor
flavor
[noun]

the specific taste that a type of food or drink has

Ex: He loves the tangy flavor of pickles. 
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sign
sign
[noun]

a perceptible indication or clue of something not immediately obvious

Ex: Dark clouds were a sign of approaching rain. 
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luck
luck
[noun]

success and good fortune that is brought by chance and not because of one's own efforts and actions

Ex: She attributed her sudden promotion to luck, believing that the timing of her boss's retirement played a significant role. 
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