Verbs in the Kitchen
What verb do we use when we want to cut something into small pieces?
Chop
How do you say "you need to cook the pasta for 10 minutes" using the imperative?
Cook the pasta for 10 minutes.
What verb do we use when we want to heat something in a pan with oil?
Fry
What verb do we use when we want to combine dry and wet ingredients?
Mix or Whisk
What verb do we use when we want to cook food over direct heat, like in a barbecue?
Grill
What verb do we use to remove the skin from a fruit or vegetable?
Peel
How do you say "you should pour the milk into the bowl" using an imperative?
Pour the milk into the bowl.
What verb do we use when we want to cook something slowly in water or broth?
Simmer
How do you say "you need to whisk the eggs" using an imperative?
Whisk the eggs.
What verb do we use when we want to cut something into thin strips?
Slice
What verb do we use when we want to combine solid ingredients into a liquid, like making a soup?
Stir
How do you say "you need to bake the cake for 30 minutes" using an imperative?
Bake the cake for 30 minutes.
How do you say "you need to mix the ingredients well" using an imperative?
Mix the ingredients well.
How do you say "you need to add sugar to the mixture" using an imperative?
Add sugar to the mixture.
How do you say "you should simmer the sauce" using an imperative?
Simmer the sauce.
What verb do we use when we want to heat bread until it becomes crispy?
Toast
How do you say "you should grill the vegetables for 10 minutes" using an imperative?
Grill the vegetables for 10 minutes.
How do you say "you should grill the vegetables for 10 minutes" using an imperative?
Grill the vegetables for 10 minutes.
What verb do we use when we want to blend or incorporate ingredients using fast circular motion?
Stir
What verb do we use when we want to press garlic or herbs to release their flavor?
Crush
What verb do we use when we want to cook something with boiling water?
boil
How do you say "you need to slice the tomatoes thinly" using an imperative?
Slice the tomatoes thinly.
What verb do we use when we want to heat something in an oven at high temperature?
Bake
How do you say "you should mix the ingredients well" using an imperative?
Mix the ingredients well.
How do you say "you should chop the vegetables finely" using an imperative?
Chop the vegetables finely.