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Key Dishes Vocabulary - Enchilada

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enchilada
enchilada
[noun]

a dish of tortilla filled with meat or cheese and covered with a spicy sauce, originated in Mexico

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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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dish
dish
[noun]

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

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Mexico
Mexico
[noun]

a country located in North America that is bordered by the United States to the north

Ex: Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya. 
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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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tortilla
tortilla
[noun]

a type of pancake made with wheat flour or cornmeal that is usually served hot or cold and wrapped around a filling, originated in Mexico

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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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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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cheese
cheese
[noun]

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

Ex: Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads. 
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bean
bean
[noun]

a seed growing in long pods on a climbing plant, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: I like to add beans to my salads for an extra dose of fiber and texture. 
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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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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to envelop something in a layer of material

Ex: The landslide covered the road with a thick layer of mud, making it impassable for vehicles. 
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chili pepper

a fiery and pungent spice derived from various Capsicum plants

Ex: He couldn't handle the heat of the chili pepper and reached for a glass of water. 
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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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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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Spanish
Spanish
[noun]

someone who is from Spain or their family came from Spain

Ex: She met a Spanish while visiting Madrid last summer. 
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Mexico
Mexico
[noun]

a country located in North America that is bordered by the United States to the north

Ex: Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya. 
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to begin
to begin
[Verb]

to come into existence or have a specific place or time as the starting point

Ex: The school year begins in September. 
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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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round
round
[Adjective]

having a circular shape, often spherical in appearance

Ex: The round table provided ample seating for guests, its smooth surface encouraging conversation. 
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piece
piece
[noun]

a part of an object, broken or cut from a larger one

Ex: He carefully sorted through the pieces of wood to find the perfect ones for his project. 
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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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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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a bit
a bit
[Adverb]

to a small extent or degree

Ex: The temperature dropped a bit in the evening, so a light jacket is advisable. 
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chicken
chicken
[noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

Ex: He grilled a juicy chicken breast for his dinner. 
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beef
beef
[noun]

meat that is from a cow

Ex: The steakhouse is famous for serving high-quality cuts of beef grilled to perfection. 
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choice
choice
[noun]

the number of different things or people that one can pick from

Ex: With so many choices available, consumers often struggle to pick one that aligns with their preferences and needs. 
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to roll
to roll
[Verb]

to encircle or cover an object by winding or placing a wrapping material around it

Ex: In the kitchen, the chef demonstrated how to roll the sushi mat around the ingredients. 
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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: He used the oven's timer to remind him to check on the cookies. 
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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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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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tasty
tasty
[Adjective]

having a flavor that is pleasent to eat or drink

Ex: The tasty homemade soup warmed them up on a cold winter's day. 
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to warm
to warm
[Verb]

to make someone or something hotter by increasing the temperature or providing heat

Ex: She uses a blanket to warm herself on chilly evenings. 
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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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herb
herb
[noun]

a plant with seeds, leaves, or flowers used for cooking or medicine, such as mint and parsley

Ex: I love the aroma of fresh herbs in my kitchen. 
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fresh
fresh
[Adjective]

(of food) recently harvested, caught, or made

Ex: He made a smoothie with fresh bananas and blueberries. 
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to add
to add
[Verb]

to put something such as an ingredient, additional element, etc. together with something else

Ex: Fertilizer is added to the soil to promote plant growth. 
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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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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