| Pack | Vocab | Type | Definition | Usage |
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| 6 | Recipe | Noun | A set of instructions for preparing a dish, including a list of the ingredients required. | She followed the recipe to make a chocolate cake. A good recipe ensures consistent results every time. |
| 6 | Ingredients | Noun | The individual foods that are combined to make a dish. | Gather all the ingredients before you start cooking. Fresh ingredients often make a dish taste better. |
| 6 | Chemicals | Noun | A substance that is made up of all the same stuff like a metal or an element. | The factory makes different chemicals for use as flavorings. Handling chemicals can sometimes be dangerous. |
| 6 | Grilling | Verb | A way of cooking food using direct heat, often on a barbecue or over an open fire. | Grilling steaks gives them a delicious smoky flavor. The weather was perfect for grilling outside. |
| 6 | Broiling | Verb | Making meat more crispy by putting it in an extremely hot oven for a few minutes. | It just takes a few minutes to broil pork chops. Broiling meat too much can cause it to burn. |
| 6 | Boiling | Verb | Cooking food by putting it in very hot water. | Boiling potatoes is the first step in making mashed potatoes. You cook pasta by boiling it in water. |
| 6 | Frying | Verb | The process of cooking food in hot oil or fat. | Frying eggs only takes a few minutes. Frying adds a crispy texture to food. |
| 6 | Utensil | Noun | A tool used in the kitchen for a purpose like mixing or cutting. | A whisk is an essential utensil for baking. Make sure all the utensils are clean before you start cooking. |
| 6 | Simmering | Verb | Cooking food gently in water or a sauce that is hot but not boiling. | Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to come together. Simmering is often used to cook delicate ingredients. |
| 6 | Steaming | Verb | A way of cooking food by using the steam from boiling water. | Steaming vegetables helps to keep their nutrients. Steaming is a healthy cooking method. |
| 6 | Chopping | Verb | The process of cutting food into small pieces using a knife. | Chopping onions can make your eyes water. Chopping vegetables evenly ensures they cook at the same rate. |
| 6 | Slicing | Verb | The process of cutting food into thin, wide pieces. | Slicing the bread thinly makes it easier to toast. Accurate slicing is important for presentation. |
| 6 | Teaspoon | Noun | A small spoon used typically for stirring tea or coffee, or as a unit of measure in cooking. | Add one teaspoon of sugar to the mixture. A teaspoon is smaller than a tablespoon. |
| 6 | Mixing | Verb | Combining two or more ingredients together. | Mixing batter too much can make it tough. Proper mixing stops ingredients from sticking together. |
| 6 | Stirring | Verb | Moving a spoon or around in a liquid to mix it. | Stirring the soup frequently will stop it from burning. Stirring is important when combining dry and wet ingredients. |
| 6 | Fork | Noun | A tool used for lifting food to the mouth or holding it while cutting. | She used a fork to eat her salad. A fork can also be used to mash potatoes. |
| 6 | Kneading | Verb | The process of mixing dough with your hands to make it smooth and stretchy. | Kneading the dough is essential for a good loaf of bread. Kneading develops the gluten in the flour. |
| 6 | Seasoning | Noun | Salt, herbs, or spices added to food to enhance its flavor. | Using seasoning is important for a delicious dish. Seasoning can be changed according to taste. |
| 6 | Spices | Noun | Different flavours that come from plants. | Indian food is known for its use of spices. Spices help food taste more interesting. |
| 6 | Herbs | Noun | Plants or parts of plants used to add flavor to food, often in fresh or dried form. | Fresh herbs can brighten up any dish. Herbs like basil and parsley are commonly used in cooking. |
