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LGS In the Kitchen
LGS Vocabulary 2019 2020
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| a spoon of (sugar) (phrase) | the content of an implement consisting of a small, shallow oval or round bowl on a long handle, used for eating, stirring, and serving food. Exp: A: What are the ingredients?B: Two kiwi fruit, two bananas, seven strawberries,and a spoon of sugar. |
| a bunch of (parsley) (phrase) | a group Exp: Chop a half bunch of parsley. |
| a handful of (salt) | the amount or number that can be held in the hand Exp: |
| a pinch of (sugar) | an amount of an ingredient that can be held between thumb and fingers Exp: Sprinkle a pinch of sugar. |
| (to) bake (v) | to cook by dry heat without direct Exposure to a flame Exp: After that, bake the muffins for about 45-50 minutes. |
| baking powder (n) | mixture of sodium bicarbonate and cream of tartar, used instead of yeast in baking Exp: First, put the eggs, sugar, baking powder and oil into a bowl and mix them. |
| baking tray (n) | a metal sheet on which food may be cooked in an oven Exp: After that, place the meatballs on a baking tray and bake them 20 minutes in the oven. |
| basil (n) | it is a strong-smelling and strong-tasting herb that is used in cooking |
| bell pepper (n) | another term for sweet pepper; a hollow red, green or yellow pepper Exp: A: How many bell peppers are there?B: 10. |
| (to) belong to (v) | to be the possession (of) Exp: Which country does pasta belong to? |
| (beef) broth(n) | soup consisting of meat or vegetables cooked in stock Exp: Combine cornstarch and beef broth and mix them. |
| bitter (adj) | With a sharp taste as the peel of an orange or coffee dregs Exp: I like eating bitter chocolate. It is more delicious than the milky one. |
| blender (n) | it is a piece of equipment in which immiscible liquids are mixed Exp: When it boils, whisk the mixture with a blender. |
| Bon appétit / Good appetite (exclamation) | (French) enjoy your meal / (English) enjoy your meal Exp: Serve the meatballs hot. Bon appétit! / Good appetite! |
| breadcrumbs (n) | they are tiny pieces of dry bread which are used in cooking Exp: Crack the egg into it, then add the mince, breadcrumbs, black pepper and cummin. |
| butter (n) | It is a soft yellow substance made from cream that you spread on bread or use in cooking Exp: Do we have to use butter for your recipe? What about oil? |
| (to) boil (v) | to reach the temperature at which it bubbles and turns to vapour Exp: Stir constantly until the mixture boils. |
| cake pan (n) | cake tin Exp: Spread some oil into the cake pan and pour the mixture into it. |
| (to) chop (v) | to cut it into pieces with strong movements of a knife Exp: Chop a bunch of cilantro and add it onto the mixture. |
| cinnamon (n) | it is a sweet spice used for flavouring food Exp: After that, sprinkle two teaspoons of cinnamon and half a glass of crushed walnut to the mixture. |
| clue (n) | a problem or mystery is something that helps you to find the answer to it. Exp: A tip means a clue or a tactic. It helps you to find something or somebody such as a footprint or fingerprint. |
| continuously (adv) | repeatedly without reversals Exp: Stir the soup continuously. Don’t leave it on fire. |
| cook (n) | a person who prepares food, especially as a job Exp: Yesterday I read an article named “How to be a Good Cook” because I want to be a famous cook in the future. |
| (to) combine (v) | to merge the pieces in order to form a single unit Exp: Combine cornstarch and beef broth and mix them. |
| constantly (adv) | continuously over a period of time Exp: Stir constantly until the mixture boils. |
| (to) cover (v) (with) | to put something on top of or in front of (something) in order to protect it Exp: First, cover a bamboo mat with plastic wrap and put a sheet of dried seaweed on top of the mat. |
| (to) crack (v) | to break Exp: Crack the eggs into a bowl. |
| (to) crush(v) | to press something very hard so that it is broken Exp: Crush some biscuits in a mixing bowl. |
| cuisine (n) | a method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular country or region Exp: I prefer American cuisine. Steak is my favorite meal. |
| definition (n) | a statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary Exp: Match the words with the correct definitions. |
| description (n) | something that tells you what something or someone is like Exp: I can understand and Express descriptions of a process. |
| (to) dice (v) | to cut (food or other matter) into small cubes Exp: Next, dice mango, add the mango pieces into the mixture and stir the mixture. |
| (to) dissolve (v) | to become incorporated into a liquid Exp: Heat the mixture and stir constantly until the sugar dissolves. |
| dish (n) | a particular variety or preparation of food served as part of a meal Exp: Sushi is a traditional dish in Japan. |
| (to) display (v) | to show Exp: Display your recipe to your classmates. |
| dough (n) | a thick, soft mixture of flour and liquid, used for baking into bread or pastry Exp: A: What should we do after we add the dough?B: We should knead it. |
| (to) drain (v) | to cause the water or other liquid in (something) to run out Exp: Drain the pasta with a strainer. |
| dried (adj) | not wet Exp: Put sushi rice on the dried seaweed. |
| (to) drop (v) | to let or make (something) fall vertically Exp: Sprinkle means to drop a few pieces of something over a surface. |
| effectively (adv) | in such a manner as to achieve a desired result Exp: You made your speech effectively. |
| experience (n) | knowledge or skill from doing, seeing or feeling things Exp: How was your last cooking class? Can you please share your Experiences about it? |
| (to) exchange (v) | to give something and receive something of the same kind in return Exp: You can exchange your recipe with your partner. |
| (to) evaluate (v) | to form an idea of the amount, number, or value of Exp: Don’t forget to evaluate your partner’s recipe. Share your ideas with him/her. |
| extract (n) | a substance taken from a plant, flower etc. and used especially in food or medicine Exp: Mix up two cups of cream, 1 cup of milk, 2/3 sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a saucepan. |
| (to be) famous for (adj) | known about by a lot of people Exp: Asian cuisine is famous for spicy food. |
| fatty (adj) | containing a large amount of fat Exp: I like my salad a bit fatty. Could you please add some olive oil? |
| field (n) | a place where a subject of a scientific study can be observed in its natural location or context Exp: Gastronomy & Culinary Arts is a field related to cooking and serving |
| firmly (adv) | in a way that uses steady power Exp: Spread sushi rice on top of the seaweed and press firmly. |
| flat (adj) | having a level surface; without raised areas Exp: Put the slices on a flat surface. |
| flour (n) | a powder obtained by grinding grain, typically wheat, and used to make bread, cakes, and pastry Exp: Put some butter and flour in a saucepan and cook it for only 2 minutes. |
| flavor (n) | the distinctive taste of a food or drink Exp: Add your favorite flavor like sliced strawberry or cherry into your ice cream. |
| forward (adv) | towards the front Exp: Roll the plastic wrap forward. |
| (to be) fond of (phrase) | having an affection Exp: My father likes cooking. He is fond of being in the kitchen. |
| fork (n) | an implement with two or more prongs used for lifting food to the mouth Exp: Could you please put the spoons and forks on the table? |
| freezer (n) | A refrigerated cabinet for preserving food at very low temperatures Exp: Put your ice cream into the freezer for about three hours and then enjoy your ice cream. |
| fry (v) | to cook in hot fat or oil Exp: Don’t forget to fry the potatoes. |
| garlic (n) | the central Asian plant, closely related to the onion Exp: Pour sesame oil into the pan and heat it until it is hot. Add garlic, fresh ginger and red pepper. |
| Gastronomy & Culinary Arts (n) | the field related to cooking and serving Exp: When he was a little boy, he was fond of being in the kitchen. He graduated from the Department of Gastronomy & Culinary Arts. |
| gently (adv) | with a mild and kind manner Exp: If you refuse it, state your excuse gently, and then invite him/her for another activity at a later time. |
| (to) go well with (v) | To suit each other or they look or taste good together Exp: Especially cakes, chocolates and cookies go well with a cup of coffee. |
| (to) graduate from (v) | to complete an academic degree successfully Exp: He graduated from the Department of Gastronomy & Culinary Arts. |
| grater (n) | a device having a surface covered with holes edged by slightly raised cutting edges Exp: I forgot to buy a grater so how can I grate the carrots? |
| (to) grate (v) | to reduce (food) to small shreds by rubbing it on a grater Exp: First, grate the onion and the garlic into a bowl. |
| greasy (adj) | Covered with or produced by grease or oil. Exp: I don’t like eating greasy food. |
| (to) grill (v) | to cook food over fire and hot coals, usually on a metal frame Exp: A: Did you grill the chicken? B: Of course. I like grilled chicken, you know. |
| (to) guess (v) | to estimate (something) without sufficient information to be sure of being correct Exp: I guess I will go to the kitchen to cook a delicious meal. |
| hashtag (n) | a word or phrase preceded by a hash sign Exp: If you try this, I will wait for your photos with my hashtag |
| (to) heat (v) | to make hot or warm Exp: Heat two tablespoons of oil and a tablespoon of flour in a large pot for 2 minutes. |
| herb (n) | any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavouring, food, medicine, or perfume Exp: Leave the meat in the mixture of oil, vinegar, herbs and spices |
| homemade (adj) | made at home, rather than in a shop or factory Exp: Now, I will descrine how to make a homemade ice cream. |
| (to) improve (v) | to make better Exp: I want to improve my cooking ability. |
| ingredient (n) | any of the foods or substances that are combined to make a particular dish Exp: You should write the ingredients of the dish. For example, do you need any meat or tomato sauce? |
| kitchen tool (n) | a device, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function in the kitchen Exp: Which kitchen tool do you prefer to stir? A spoon or a fork? |
| (to) knead (v) | to work into dough or paste with the hands Exp: Knead the mixture well until you get soft dough. |
| knife (n) | an instrument used for cutting Exp: I need a sharp knife to cut the watermelon. |
| lengthwise (adv) | In the direction of the longest side Exp: Place avocado and fish lengthwise on the seaweed. |
| lentil (n) | a high-protein pulse which is dried and then soaked and cooked prior to eating Exp: I’d like lentil soup first. |
| linker (n) | a thing which links other things Exp: Please, write a process by using linkers such as first, second or then. |
| (to) marinate (v) | to leave the meat in the mixture of oil, vinegar, herbs and spices Exp: He takes part in each step of preparing, cooking and serving the meal. He marinates, cooks and finally serves meals to his guests. |
| (to) mash (v) | to reduce (a food or other substance) to a pulpy mass by crushing it. Exp: Do we mash or slice the potato fort his recipe? |
| mat (n) | a piece of thick or resilient material Exp: First, cover a bamboo mat with plastic wrap and put a sheet of dried seaweed on top of the mat. |
| meal (n) | any of the regular occasions in a day when a reasonably large amount of food is eaten Exp: You should have a delicious meal along the shores of Meriç. |
| milky (adj) | containing a large amount of milk Exp: Do you like eating milky food such as pudding? |
| mince (n) | meat, usually beef, that has been cut up into very small pieces, often using a special machine Exp: Knead the mixture about 5 minutes and roll the mince mixture into balls. |
| (to) mix (v) | to put together in order to form one substance Exp: Put the eggs, sugar, baking powder and oil into a bowl and mix them. |
| mixture (n) | a substance made by mixing other substances together Exp: Dice mango, add the mango pieces into the mixture. |
| (to be) in the mood (v) | feeling (or not feeling) like doing Exp: This is the food you are in the mood for now. |
| necessary (adj) | essential Exp: It’s necessary to bring something to eat and drink. |
| (to) observe (v) | to watch carefully the way something happens Exp: If you want to learn something about plants, you should observe the nature. |
| oil (n) | any of various viscous liquids which are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents and are obtained from animals or plants Exp: Put the eggs, sugar, baking powder and oil into a bowl |
| oven (n) | an enclosed compartment, usually part of a cooker, for cooking and heating food Exp: Bake the mixture at 180 ºC in preheated oven about fifteen minutes. |
| pan (n) | a metal container used for cooking food in Exp: Spread some oil into the cake pan and pour the mixture into it. |
| particular (adj) | an individual member of a specified group or class Exp: This was a discussion of a particular subject not a general one. |
| parsley stem (n) | the main body of a parsley Exp: Put a spoon of mixture on each cucumber slice. Tie in a place with fresh parsley stems. |
| (to) peel (v) | to remove the outer covering from Exp: Peel the bananas and kiwi fruit. |
| peer (n) | a person of the same age, status, or ability as another person Exp: Make the necessary changes according to Peer Assessment Checklist. |
| plate (n) | a flat dish which food is eaten or served Exp: You are very clumsy. You broke a plate again. |
| pot (n) | a rounded container, typically of metal, used for cooking Exp: Boil some water in a large pot. |
| powdered sugar (n) | icing sugar Exp: Put some powdered sugar into the mixture. |
| (to) pour (v) | to flow rapidly in a steady stream Exp: Pour sesame oil into the pan and heat it until it is hot. |
| practical (adj) | (of an idea, plan, or method) likely to be effective in real circumstances Exp: A workshop is a practical work on a particular subject. |
| preparation (n) | the action or process of preparing for use Exp: At the end of his preparation, he seasons the meals. |
| (to) press (v) | to move into a position of contact with something by exerting continuous physical for Exp: Spread sushi rice on top of the seaweed and press firmly. |
| process (n) | a series of actions taken in order to achieve a particular end Exp: Describe the process of an omelette. |
| (to) provide (v) | to make available for use Exp: Prepare a poster about your favorite meal and provide the preparation process. |
| provided (adj) | being available for use Exp: Read the text and write the correct type of the users in the blanks provided. |
| punctuation (n) | the marks, such as full stop, comma, and brackets, Exp: In 198O Professor Scott E. Fahlman suggested to use punctuation for ironic statements. |
| raw (adj) | not cooked Exp: Two of the ingredients for sushi are raw fish and avocado. |
| recipe (n) | a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients Exp: Could you please give me your favourite recipe? |
| (to) record (v) | to convert (sound or a performance) into a permanent form for subsequent reproduction Exp: You may also record the steps while you prepare the recipe. |
| refrigerator (n) | an compartment which is artificially kept cool and used to store food and drink Exp: Pour the mixture into a bowl, cover it and place it in the refrigerator for two hours. |
| (to be) related to (adj) | belonging to the same family, group, or type Exp: The words are related to cooking. |
| (to) remove (v) | to take (something) away or off from the position occupied Exp: Press the plastic wrap firmly with your hands and remove the rolled sushi. |
| rest of (phrase) | the remaining part of something Exp: Listen to the rest of the conversation and answer the questions |
| rice (n) | a swamp grass which is widely cultivated as a source of food Exp: Put sushi rice on the dried seaweed. |
| (to) rinse (v) | to wash (something) with water Exp: First, rinse and cut strawberries and mash them in a bowl. |
| (to) roast (v) | to cook by prolonged Exposure to heat in an oven or over a fire Exp: I usually roast chicken. |
| (to) roll (v) | to move in a particular direction by turning over and over on an axis Exp: You can put it with an ice-cream spoon or roll it. |
| saucepan (n) | a deep, round pan with straight sides, usually with a handle Exp: Put some butter and flour in a saucepan and cook it for only 2 minutes. |
| salty (adj) | preserved with salt Exp: These crackers are too salty. |
| (to) scan (v) | to look at all parts of (something) carefully Exp: Scan the text and find the words related to cooking. |
| (to) search (v) | to try to find something by looking carefully Exp: Search for different dishes, desserts or drinks on the Internet. |
| (to) season (v) | to add salt or pepper Exp: To season means to to add salt or pepper to food |
| seaweed (n) | a plant that grows in the sea Exp: First, cover a bamboo mat with plastic wrap and put a sheet of dried seaweed on top of the mat. |
| (to) serve (v) | to present (food or drink) to someone Exp: Turn the cake upside down after 10 minutes, slice it and serve warm. |
| (to) shape (v) | to give a particular form to something Exp: How can you shape the cookies? |
| sheet (n) | a greasy piece of paper used in cooking Exp: First, cover a bamboo mat with plastic wrap and put a sheet of dried seaweed on top of the mat. |
| (to) slice (v) | to cut something into thin, flat pieces Exp: Do we mash or slice the potato? |
| sour (adj) | having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar Exp: If you bake it with blueberries, it is a little bit sour but it is worth trying. |
| spelling (n) | the process of writing the letters of a word Exp: My father is a successful speaker. He uses spelling and punctuation effectively. |
| spicy (adj) | flavoured with spice Exp: I am crazy about spicy food like Adana kebab. |
| (to) spread (v) | to cover (a surface) with a substance in an even layer Exp: Spread some oil into the cake pan and pour the mixture into it. |
| (to) sprinkle (v) | to pour (small drops or particles of a substance) over an object or surface. Exp: Sprinkle salt over the sushi rice. |
| (to) squeeze (v) | to press firmly (something soft or yielding) Exp: Squeeze half of a lemon. |
| (to) steam (v) | to cook by heating it in steam from boiling water Exp: Don’t forget to steam the vegetables. It is healthier than frying. |
| step (n) | an action in a process Exp: He takes part in each step of preparing, cooking and serving the meal. |
| (to) stir (v) | to move a spoon round in in order to mix it Exp: Put the beef in a large pan and stir it for a couple of minutes. |
| strainer (n) | drainer Exp: Drain the rice with a strainer. |
| strip (n) | a long, narrow piece Exp: You need 3 peppers of various colors, sliced into strips. |
| surface (n) | the outside part of something Exp: “Sprinkle” means to drop a few pieces of something over a surface. |
| sweet (adj) | having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey Exp: Ali is crazy about sweet food like apple pie. |
| sweet tooth (n) | a great liking for sweet-tasting foods Exp: Most of the people have a sweet tooth. Especially cakes, chocolates and cookies go well with a cup of coffee. |
| tablespoon-tbs (n) | the amount held by a tablespoon Exp: If you want to make this recipe, you need ½ tablespoon vegetable oil |
| tactic (n) | tip, clue Exp: You can use different tactics to finish the test on time. |
| (to) taste (v) | to put food or drink in your mouth to find out what flavour it has Exp: He’s so famous that people come to taste hismeals from various cities. |
| Tex-Mex dish (n) | Tex-Mex (from Texan and Mexican) is a fusion of Mexican and American cuisines Exp: Have you ever tried Tex-Mex dish before? I really suggest it because it is really tasty. |
| (to) tie (v) | to fasten or round something by means of its strings Exp: Tie in a place with fresh parsley stems. Serve cold. |
| tip (n) | a practical advice, a clue or tactic Exp: I can give you some helpful tips for effective presentations. |
| tongue twister (n) | a sequence of words or sounds that are difficult to pronounce quickly and correctly Exp: Say the tongue twister about a “Good Cook” below as fast as you can. |
| (to) toss (v) | to mix; to move from side to side or back and forth Exp: Toss with hot cooked pasta and add sliced green onions. |
| (to) turn sth upside down (v) | to turn with the upper part where the lower part should be Exp: Turn the cake upside down after 10 minutes, slice it and serve warm. Enjoy your cake. |
| unhealthy (adj) | harmful to health Exp: I don’t like eating unhealthy food because it isn’t good for my health. |
| (to) unscramble (v) | to restore (something that has been scrambled) to a readable state Exp: Unscramble the questions below and write them in the correct place to make a conversation. |
| variety (n) | the quality of being different Exp: There is a big variety of cuisine in Turkey. |
| various (adj) | different from one another Exp: My father’s so famous that people come to taste his meals from various cities. |
| vegetable peeler (n) | a knife or device for removing the skin from fruit and vegetables Exp: Slice the cucumbers long ways with a vegetable peeler. |
| vinegar (n) | a sour-tasting liquid containing acetic acid Exp: Don’t forget to put some vinegar in the salad. |
| well-known (adj) | widely or generally known Exp: Alp is a well-known Turkish chef all around the world. |
| (to) whisk (v) | to beat or stir (a substance, especially cream or eggs) with a light, rapid movement Exp: Add a glass of water into the mixture and whisk well. |
| (to be) worth (adj) | sufficiently good Exp: If you bake it with blueberries, it is a little bit sour but it is worth trying. |
| workshop (n) | a practical work on a practical subject Exp: Workshops are practical works on particular subjects. |
| (plastic) wrap (n) | a type of thin, transparent and plastic material to cover food Exp: First, cover a bamboo mat with plastic wrap and put a sheet of dried seaweed on top of the mat. |
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