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Key Dishes Vocabulary
couscous
couscous
[noun]

a dish of small steamed balls of crushed wheat, originated in North Africa

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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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North Africa

a region in the northern part of the African continent, typically including countries like Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia

Ex: North Africa has a rich history influenced by both Arab and European cultures. 
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grain
grain
[noun]

the small seeds of wheat, corn, rice, and other such crops

Ex: Wheat is one of the most commonly grown grains worldwide. 
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semolina
semolina
[noun]

small pieces of crushed durum or similar wheat grains used in making pasta and pudding

Ex: She used semolina to make homemade pasta from scratch. 
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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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wheat
wheat
[noun]

the common grain that is used in making flour, taken from a cereal grass which is green and tall

Ex: The recipe called for wheat to be ground into flour for making bread. 
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Morocco
Morocco
[noun]

a country located in North Africa known for its vibrant culture, delicious food, and beautiful landscapes including the Sahara desert

Ex: Morocco is famous for its vibrant markets and spices. 
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Tunisia
Tunisia
[noun]

a republic in northwestern Africa on the Mediterranean coast; achieved independence from France in 1956

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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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dish
dish
[noun]

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

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family
family
[noun]

people that are related to each other by blood or marriage, normally made up of a father, mother, and their children

Ex: Family is important to me because they support me when I need it. 
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tiny
tiny
[Adjective]

extremely small

Ex: He found a tiny seashell on the beach. 
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pasta
pasta
[noun]

an Italian food that is a mixture of flour, water, and at times eggs formed it into different shapes, typically eaten with a sauce when cooked

Ex: She cooked a delicious pasta dish with marinara sauce and fresh basil for dinner. 
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dry
dry
[Adjective]

lacking moisture or liquid

Ex: She watered the dry plants in the garden. 
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bowl
bowl
[noun]

a round, deep container with an open top, used for holding food or liquid

Ex: She filled the bowl with fresh fruit for breakfast. 
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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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big
big
[Adjective]

above average in size or extent

Ex: They live in a big house. 
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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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soft
soft
[Adjective]

gentle to the touch

Ex: He wore a soft woolen scarf around his neck to stay warm. 
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to taste
to taste
[Verb]

to have a specific flavor

Ex: The soup tastes delicious with the added herbs. 
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to eat
to eat
[Verb]

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

Ex: They enjoy eating pizza on Friday nights. 
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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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nut
nut
[noun]

a small fruit with a seed inside a hard shell that grows on some trees

Ex: Almonds are a type of nut that's high in healthy fats and protein. 
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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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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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fish
fish
[noun]

an animal with a tail, gills and fins that lives in water

Ex: My dad took me fishing, and we caught a big fish. 
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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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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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juicy
juicy
[Adjective]

(of food) having a lot of liquid and tasting fresh or flavorful

Ex: The juicy watermelon was refreshing on a hot summer day. 
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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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grocery store

a store in which food and necessary household items are sold

Ex: She stopped by the grocery store to pick up milk and bread. 
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event
event
[noun]

anything that takes place, particularly something important

Ex: The wedding was a joyous event that brought family and friends together. 
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to prepare

to make a person or thing ready for doing something

Ex: He prepares his outfit the night before to save time in the morning. 
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to bring together

to assist individuals in solving disagreements and becoming closer

Ex: His speech aimed to bring the community together for a common cause. 
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