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Key Dishes Vocabulary - Moussaka

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moussaka
moussaka
[noun]

a dish of ground lamb with eggplants, onions, and tomatoes topped with cheese, originated in Greece

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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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dish
dish
[noun]

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

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Greece
Greece
[noun]

a country with a long history and rich culture located in South Eastern Europe and Northern Mediterranean Sea

Ex: The Olympic Games originated in Greece.
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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eastern
eastern
[Adjective]

situated in the east

Ex: The house has a beautiful view of the eastern mountains .
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Mediterranean

the sea that is to the south of Europe, north of the North Africa and west of the Western Asia or the countries surrounding it

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Middle East

the region including countries such as Egypt, Iran, Turkey, etc. that has Mediterranean Sea to its west and India to its east

Ex: Middle East conflicts have often involved territorial disputes and ideological differences .
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layer
layer
[noun]

an amount or sheet of something covering a surface or lying between two other things

Ex: The painting was created using layers of acrylic paint to achieve depth and texture .
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eggplant
eggplant
[noun]

a vegetable with dark purple skin, which is eaten cooked

Ex: He grilled whole eggplants on the barbecue until they were tender and smoky .
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meat
meat
[noun]

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

Ex: Slow-cooked pulled pork , served with barbecue sauce , is a popular meat dish .
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creamy
creamy
[Adjective]

having a smooth and soft texture

Ex: The cheesecake had a creamy filling with a buttery crust.
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sauce
sauce
[noun]

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

Ex: We made a pesto sauce using fresh basil from our garden .
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

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

Ex: He enjoys baking pies , especially during the holiday season .
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oven
oven
[noun]

a box-shaped piece of equipment with a front door that is usually part of a stove, used for baking, cooking, or heating food

Ex: They roasted a whole chicken in the oven for Sunday dinner .
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: Despite the rain , they enjoyed the outdoor concert .
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main
main
[Adjective]

having the highest level of significance or central importance

Ex: The main goal of the marketing campaign is to increase brand awareness and customer engagement .
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to need
to need
[Verb]

to want something or someone that we must have if we want to do or be something

Ex: The house needs cleaning before the guests arrive .
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chopped
chopped
[Adjective]

having been cut or divided into small pieces or fragments

Ex: Chopped nuts were used as a topping for the dessert.
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lamb
lamb
[noun]

meat that is from a young sheep

Ex: The butcher recommended lamb chops for grilling, offering tender and flavorful cuts of meat.
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beef
beef
[noun]

meat that is from a cow

Ex: She ordered a rare steak , preferring her beef to be cooked just enough to seal in the juices .
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tomato
tomato
[noun]

a soft and round fruit that is red and is used a lot in salads and many other foods

Ex: The farmers harvested the ripe tomatoes from the farm before they spoiled .
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onion
onion
[noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: They pickled onions to enjoy as a tangy garnish for sandwiches and salads .
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garlic
garlic
[noun]

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

Ex: The pasta sauce tasted rich with the addition of garlic and herbs .
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spice
spice
[noun]

a type of dried plant with a pleasant smell used to add taste or color to the food

Ex: Spices like turmeric and cumin are common in Indian cuisine .
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cinnamon
cinnamon
[noun]

a spice that is made from the dried and rolled barks of a Southeast Asian tree, especially used in sweet foods

Ex: I enjoy the rich and sweet taste that cinnamon adds to my homemade oatmeal .
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nutmeg
nutmeg
[noun]

the hard seed of a tropical tree that is spherical in shape and very aromatic, used as a spice to add flavor to cakes, sauces, etc.

Ex: They dusted their eggnog with a sprinkle of nutmeg.
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bechamel
bechamel
[noun]

milk thickened with a butter and flour roux

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milk
milk
[noun]

the white liquid we get from cows, sheep, or goats that we drink and use for making cheese, butter, etc.

Ex: The creamy pasta sauce was made with a combination of milk and grated cheese .
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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: The flour mixture was mixed with water to form the batter .
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butter
butter
[noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: The recipe called for melted butter to be drizzled over the freshly baked bread .
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to envelop something in a layer of material

Ex: The artist covered the sculpture in a layer of varnish to give it a glossy finish .
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Arab
Arab
[noun]

a person whose family comes from the Arab world, especially the Middle East and North Africa

Ex: Arabs live in countries across the Middle East and North Africa.
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region
region
[noun]

a large area of land or of the world with specific characteristics, which is usually borderless

Ex: The Amazon rainforest is a biodiverse region teeming with unique plant and animal species .
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French
French
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She loves to eat French pastries like croissants and pain au chocolat.
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method
method
[noun]

a specific way or process of doing something, particularly an established or systematic one

Ex: The Montessori method emphasizes hands-on learning and self-directed exploration for young children .
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to prepare

to make a person or thing ready for doing something

Ex: We prepare our camping gear before heading out into the wilderness .
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to fry
to fry
[Verb]

to cook in hot oil or fat

Ex: She will fry the turkey for Thanksgiving dinner .
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flavor
flavor
[noun]

the specific taste that a type of food or drink has

Ex: The flavor of the soup was enhanced with fresh herbs .
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: They enjoyed a slice of mozzarella cheese with their fresh tomato and basil salad .
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bubble
bubble
[noun]

a small, hollow sphere of gas

Ex: The cake batter was full of air bubbles.
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salad
salad
[noun]

a mixture of usually raw vegetables, like lettuce, tomato, and cucumber, with a type of sauce and sometimes meat

Ex: We had a side salad with our main course for a balanced meal.
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to balance out

to bring to equality by adjusting different elements

Ex: He balanced out the playing time among the team members .
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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culture
culture
[noun]

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

Ex: We experienced the local culture during our stay in Italy .
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during
during
[preposition]

used to express that something happens continuously from the beginning to the end of a period of time

Ex: The students remained quiet during the teacher 's lecture .
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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 annual festival is a celebration of local culture , featuring traditional music , dance , and cuisine .
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to remind
to remind
[Verb]

to make a person remember an obligation, task, etc. so that they do not forget to do it

Ex: Right now , the colleague is actively reminding everyone to RSVP for the office event .
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