C1 Level Wordlist - Foods and Ingredients

Here you will learn some English words about foods and ingredients, such as "asparagus", "leek", "lentil", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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C1 Level Wordlist

a round green vegetable with a cluster of thick green leaves that form a bud, used in cooking

Ex: The chef prepared a delicious appetizer of grilled artichokes drizzled with olive oil and lemon .

a long green vegetable with edible stems, used in cooking or eaten raw

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basil [noun]

a plant of the mint family with aromatic leaves that are eaten raw or cooked

Ex: With a touch of creativity , I added basil as a garnish to my fruit salad .

a small hollow fruit, typically red or green, etc., used in cooking or eaten raw

Ex: I like to stuff bell peppers with rice and meat for a hearty meal .

the flower head of a plant from the cabbage family that is white in color and is eaten as a vegetable

Ex: The chef created a creamy cauliflower soup garnished with fresh herbs for a comforting winter meal .
fennel [noun]

a plant with feathery leaves and a round thick stem, used as a vegetable or for adding flavor to food

Ex: We discovered that fennel not only enhances the flavor but also provides digestive benefits .
ginger [noun]

a thick and spicy root with pale brown color used as a seasoning in cooking, particularly in powder form

Ex: They planted ginger roots in their backyard garden and eagerly waited for them to sprout .
leek [noun]

a plant of the onion family with layers of green leaves and a white stem, used in cooking

Ex: The soup simmered on the stove , filled with chunks of potato and sliced leeks for a hearty winter meal .
okra [noun]

long green edible pods, mucilaginous in texture, commonly cooked in soups, stews, or sautéed

Ex: The soup included chopped okra for flavor and texture .
parsley [noun]

an aromatic herb with flat or curly leaves, typically chopped and used to garnish or season food

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turnip [noun]

a root vegetable with creamy flesh and white and purple skin, used in cooking

Ex: The farmer harvested a large crop of turnips , which he planned to sell at the local market .
thyme [noun]

the aromatic leaves of plants of the genus Thymus, used fresh or dried to season meats, stews, stuffings, and vegetables

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lentil [noun]

a small, round, and often dried seed that is high in protein and is used for cooking soups, stews, etc.

Ex: The vegetarian stew was hearty and nutritious , featuring a mix of lentils , carrots , and celery .

food that is made by baking a batter or dough in an oven

Ex: The neighborhood coffee shop offered a variety of baked goods , from croissants to scones , for customers to enjoy with their morning brew .

very small pieces of bread, used in cooking especially for coating items of food before frying

Ex: She coated the chicken breasts with breadcrumbs before frying them to achieve a crispy , golden crust .
bun [noun]

a small bread roll that is round and flat in shape

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a sauce made with tomatoes, garlic, onion, vinegar, etc. that is usually served with barbecued food

Ex: He slathered the ribs with a generous amount of barbecue sauce before placing them on the grill to caramelize .

a piece of fish fillet coated with breadcrumbs and then fried

Ex: He packed fish sticks in his lunchbox , knowing they were his son 's favorite meal .
tofu [noun]

a soft white food made with mashed soybean

Ex: She marinated the tofu in a blend of soy sauce , garlic , and ginger before grilling it to perfection .
currant [noun]

a small, dark, and dried grape that does not have seeds, particularly used in cakes

Ex: The pastry chef used dried currants to create a delectable filling for her Danish pastries , pleasing customers with their juicy texture .

a small yellowish-green or red fruit with a sharp flavor, growing on thorny bushes

Ex: She picked fresh gooseberries from the garden to make a tangy and sweet gooseberry jam .
guava [noun]

a tropical fruit with pink juicy flesh, native to Mexico and Central America

Ex: The tropical fruit salad was bursting with flavor , featuring chunks of ripe guava alongside pineapple and mango .

a tomato-like fruit with orange skin that is bittersweet in taste

Ex: She savored the sweet and juicy flesh of a ripe persimmon , enjoying its unique flavor and texture .
quince [noun]

a yellow and hard fruit that looks like a pear and has a sweet smell, particularly used for making jam or jelly

Ex: She cooked quince slices with sugar and spices to make a deliciously fragrant compote .

a type of tropical fruit whose skin is purple in color and has many seeds within, native to South America

Ex: She sliced open a ripe passion fruit and scooped out the juicy seeds to enjoy as a refreshing snack .
kumquat [noun]

a small orange-like fruit with sweet skin and bitter-tasting flesh

Ex: She enjoyed the sweet-tart flavor of kumquats , eating them whole , including the peel .
lasagna [noun]

a type of dish made with layers of lasagna topped with meat or vegetables and sauce and then cooked, originated in Italy

Ex: He prepared a classic lasagna recipe passed down through generations , featuring homemade pasta sheets and a hearty meat sauce .
poultry [noun]

meat of chickens, turkeys, and ducks

Ex: She prepared a mouthwatering chicken curry using a blend of spices and tender pieces of poultry .
stew [noun]

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

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a sweetened food made from cooked lemons, oranges, etc., used as a spread or filling

Ex: The marmalade was made with fresh oranges from the garden .
mousse [noun]

a cold dessert with a smooth fluffy texture and with chocolate, fruit, etc.

Ex: He whipped up a light and airy lemon mousse for dessert , garnished with fresh berries for a pop of color .
tart [noun]

a pie with no top filled with something sweet or savory

Ex: He enjoyed a savory mushroom tart for lunch , topped with creamy goat cheese and fresh herbs .
syrup [noun]

a thick sweet liquid made with sugar that is often used as a sauce

Ex: The restaurant served fluffy pancakes with a side of syrup , pleasing their hungry customers .
vanilla [noun]

a type of flavor that is artificially made or is obtained from the beans of a tropical plant that adds a sweet taste and smell to the food

Ex: The baker used a teaspoon of vanilla in the cake batter to give it a rich and aromatic flavor .