French Vocabulary: Cooking Terms in French

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Vocabulary List

English French Pronunciation
Bake
Cuire au four
Beat
Battre
Blend
Mélanger
Boil
Bouillir
Broil
Griller
Chop
Couper
Dice
Découper en dés
Drizzle
Arroser
Fold
Plier
Fry
Frire
Garnish
Garnir
Glaze
Napper
Grate
Râper
Grill
Griller
Knead
Pétrir
Marinate
Mariner
Melt
Faire fondre
Minced
Hacher
Poach
Pocher
Reduce
Réduire
Roast
Rôtir
Saute
Sauter
Sear
Saisir
Seasoning
Assaisonner
Simmer
Faire mijoter
Slice
Trancher
Steam
Cuire à la vapeur
Stir
Remuer
Whip
Monter en neige
Whisk
Fouetter.

Cultural Tip: Cooking Etiquette in France

In French culture, it is customary to greet your guests with a kiss on each cheek. When attending a cooking class or dining at a French home, be prepared to participate in this traditional greeting. It is a sign of warmth and hospitality in France.

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