Spanish Vocabulary: Staple Foods in Spanish

Unlock the secrets to cooking authentic Spanish dishes with staple food vocabulary.

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Vocabulary List

English Spanish Pronunciation
Rice
Arroz
Bread
Pan
Pasta
Pasta
Potatoes
Papas
Beans
Frijoles
Lentils
Lentejas
Oats
Avena
Flour
Harina
Cornmeal
Harina de maíz
Noodles
Fideos
Couscous
Cuscús
Quinoa
Quinua
Barley
Cebada
Tortillas
Tortillas
Cereal
Cereal
Sugar
Azúcar
Salt
Sal
Cooking oil
Aceite de cocina
Eggs
Huevos
Milk
Leche

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