Từ vựng chủ đề Thức ăn & Đồ uống - Food & Drink

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Phần 1: Từ vựng về đồ ăn

1. Từ vựng về các loại THỊT

Ví dụ Nghĩa Ví dụ
bacon thịt muối This bacon is too salty for me.
beef thịt bò Would you like another slice of beef?
chicken thịt gà We're having roast/fried chicken for dinner. 
cooked meat thịt chín He tucked in to the most delicious-looking cooked meat, bread and chillies. 
duck vịt Pekin duck meat is known for its mild, satisfying flavor that easily adapts to a number of cuisines. 
ham thịt giăm bông I'd like a ham sandwich on rye, hold the lettuce. 
kidneys thận She fried some kidneys in butter. 
lamb thịt cừu I've bought a shoulder of lamb for Sunday lunch. 
liver gan Just the smell of liver cooking makes me gag. 
mince/minced beef thịt bò xay The spaghetti sauce is made with minced (US ground) beef.  
paté pa tê Paté is a paste, pie or loaf consisting of a forcemeat that at least contains liver. 
salami xúc xích Ý The individual or combined ingredients were not cooked during production of the salami
sausage xúc xích We had some very garlicky sausage
pork thịt lợn I much prefer chicken to beef or pork
pork pie bánh tròn nhân thịt xay A pork pie is a traditional British meat pie, usually served at room temperature. 
sausage roll bánh mì cuộn xúc xích This sausage roll recipe is quick, easy and perfect for popping in your lunch box. 
turkey gà tây Henry VIII is said to have been the first British king to feast on turkey
veal thịt bê This week, he shines a light on a controversial selection in the meat case: veal

2. Từ vựng về TRÁI CÂY

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
apple táo He was munching on an apple
apricot Here are 8 amazing apricot benefits you need to know. 
banana chuối Could you chop up a banana for the fruit salad? 
blackberry quả mâm xôi đen Blackberry recipes include blackberry pie and a peach-and-blackberry crisp. 
blackcurrant quả lý chua đen Blackcurrants are included in some unusual combinations of foods. 
blueberry quả việt quất Blueberries are a perfect summer fruit, in season from May through August. 
cherry quả anh đào I had a cherry flavoured drink. 
coconut quả dừa You can also add coconut to the cookie mix if you like. 
fig quả sung A great source of fibre and full of vitamins and minerals, dried and fresh figs have a long and illustrious history. 
gooseberry quả lý gai Gooseberries are used for making pies and jam. 
grape nho He pulled another grape off the bunch and popped it into his mouth. 
grapefruit quả bưởi Grapefruit is a tropical citrus fruit known for its sweet and somewhat sour taste. 
kiwi fruit quả kiwi Kiwis are a nutrient-dense food, meaning that they are high in nutrients and low in calories. 
lemon quả chanh tây For this recipe you need the juice of two lemons
lime quả chanh ta This small, green citrus fruit is a staple of Asian cuisine and is used mainly for its juice, although lime zest and leaves are also used in cooking. 
mango xoài If you're craving something sugary, grab some mango instead. 
melon dưa I put orange, banana, and melon in the fruit salad. 
orange cam She drank two whole glassfuls of orange juice. 
peach đào Would you like peaches and cream for dessert? 
pear Do you like pears poached in red wine? 
pineapple dứa Pineapple pairs beautifully with meats, giving them a sweet juiciness. 
plum mận These plums are a bit sour. 
pomegranate quả lựu You can have pomegranate scattered on salads, or in drinks. 
raspberry quả mâm xôi đỏ We love these raspberry recipes you can make for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 
redcurrant quả lý chua đỏ Remove 100g of redcurrants from their stalks and drop into a bowl. 
strawberry quả dâu We dined on salmon and strawberries
bunch of bananas nải chuối Now you all can see in this video how to roast a bunch of bananas with my family. 
bunch of grapes chùm nho It's easy to wash a bunch of grapes and enjoy a healthy snack. 

3. Từ vựng về các loại CÁ

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
anchovy cá trồng Decorate the top of the pizza with anchovies/strips of anchovy
cod cá tuyết We asked for two portions of cod and chips. 
haddock cá êfin Haddock is very popular as a food fish. 
herring cá trích Herring are forage fish in the wild but they are also an important food for humans. 
kipper cá trích hun khói (cá hun khói, thường là cá trích) Kippers were the quintessential British breakfast food. 
mackerel cá thu Mackerel is a delicious nutritious fish. 
pilchard cá mòi cơm Here is my take on Tamsin's fabulous cover recipe for pilchard
plaice cá bơn sao In North German and Danish cuisine plaice is one of the most commonly eaten fish. 
salmon cá hồi (nước mặn và to hơn) I chose the salmon for my main course. 
sardine cá mòi Sardines have it all - they are sustainable, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and cheap. 
smoked salmon cá hồi hun khói From creamy smoked salmon pasta to tasty smoked salmon starters, you'll definitely want to try a few of these meal ideas. 
trout cá hồi (nước ngọt và nhỏ hơn) Smoked, grilled or sautéed, trout is one of the healthiest fish to have. 
tuna cá ngừ Tuna is inexpensive, easy to digest, and packed with vitamins and protein. 

4. Từ vựng về các loại RAU 

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
artichoke cây a-ti-sô Whether you're serving them hot or at room temperature, here's how to prepare an artichoke for eating whole. 
asparagus măng tây Whether prepared as a standalone side or as part of a larger entrée, asparagus is a delicious and healthy veggie. 
aubergine cà tím Everyone knows that aubergines are delicious on the barbecue or in a curry or ratatouille. 
avocado quả bơ Avocado is packed with monounsaturated fats that help reduce inflammation and will help you feel fuller longer. 
bean sprouts giá đỗ For a satisfying meal, I love to eat this bean sprouts stir-fry with rice and another side of protein – usually tempeh or tofu. 
beetroot củ dền đỏ Beetroot with its juicy, red appearance is a versatile superfood. 
broad beans đậu ván Fresh broad beans are sweet and delicious pod beans with a smooth creamy texture. 
broccoli súp lơ xanh These irresistible recipes for broccoli feature anything from broccoli tossed with parmesan, baked into bread, roasted with pine nuts and more. 
Brussels sprouts mầm bắp cải Brussels Brussels sprouts make a great alternative to cabbage or kale in slaws and salads. 
cabbage bắp cải Here are some of our best cabbage side dish recipes that are easy to make at home and will fit into just about any menu plan. 
carrot cà rốt The carrot is a root vegetable that is often claimed to be the perfect health food. 
cauliflower súp lơ trắng Cauliflower is incredibly versatile as you can see from our wealth of recipes - from curries, to soups to the comforting cauliflower cheese. 
celery cần tây Crunchy, crispy celery is well known for being low in calories. 
chilli hoặc chilli pepper ớt Chillies are unique among foods that we should otherwise not enjoy. 
courgette bí xanh We have hundreds of courgette recipes to make use of this endlessly versatile vegetable. 
cucumber dưa chuột One of the most hydrating veggies on the planet, cucumber is close to 90% water. 
French beans đậu cô ve Summer's glut of French beans is a cook's gift. 
garlic tỏi Garlic is a superstar ingredient that gives us a nutritional punch and adds wonderful flavour to many recipes. 
ginger gừng Knobby and sometimes intimidating looking, fresh ginger is a great way to add fresh flavor to a variety of meals and recipes. 
leek tỏi tây The suave European cousin of the working-class, lowbrow onion, the leek is sweeter in flavor, more genteel in mien. 
lettuce rau xà lách It is hard to imagine rustling up a salad without tossing lettuce into it. 
mushroom nấm For an easy midweek dinner, mix mushrooms with blue cheese, gnocchi and spinach. 
onion hành tây This is a list of notable onion dishes and foods, in which onion is used as a primary ingredient. 
peas đậu Hà Lan Peas are more than a tasty side to fish and chips. 
pepper quả ớt ngọt Traffic-light bright and shiny, peppers are welcome guests at the summer table. 
potato  khoai tây Baked, roasted, mashed or fried — there's no wrong way to eat potatoes
pumpkin bí ngô Try our easy pumpkin purée recipe, then turn this sensational seasonal ingredient into cakes, pancakes and glorious pies. 
radish củ cải cay ăn sống The radish is a plant whose edible fuchsia and white root is used in cooking. 
rocket rau cải xoăn Rocket is a very 'English' leaf, and has been used in salads since Elizabethan times. 
runner beans đậu tây Runner beans are delicious in pasta dishes, salads, or as a side. 
swede củ cải Thụy Điển Swede is a root vegetable that is frequently ignored or mistaken for other vegetables. 
sweet potato  khoai lang Try these gluten-free sweet potato cakes with poached eggs for a weekend brunch, or as a quick dinner. 
sweetcorn ngô ngọt Make the most of fresh sweetcorn when it's in season by eating it simply with lots of melted butter. 
tomato  cà chua We start with ripe tomatoes, swirl in veggies, add olive oil, and presto, a delicious, nutritious soup. 
turnip củ cải để nấu chín Often overlooked, turnips are a great source of vitamin C and can be used in a variety of dishes. 
spinach rau chân vịt In season in spring, spinach is packed with iron, takes minutes to cook and adds a vibrant splash of colour to quiches, stews and salads. 
spring onion hành lá Unlock the vibrant flavour of spring onions with our best-rated recipes putting this humble veg at the heart of the dish. 
squash quả bí Although squash is a fruit according to its botanical classification, it is generally considered a vegetable in food preparation. 
clove of garlic nhánh tỏi Add a few cloves of garlic in to help make consuming your raw garlic more palatable. 
stick of celery cây cần tây As celery is usually sold as a whole head, once you've taken away a stick or two for your spaghetti Bolognese, there's a lot left to play with. 

5. Từ vựng về NGUYÊN LIỆU NẤU ĂN

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
cooking oil dầu ăn I presume that it does not include cooking oil and vinegar. 
olive oil dầu ô-liu Olive oil is an essential part of the healthy Mediterranean diet and it tastes so delicious. 
stock cubes viên gia vị nấu súp It's easy to reach for a stock cube for added flavour, but if you want to add some oomph to a dish, nothing beats making the real thing. 
tomato purée cà chua xay nhuyễn Tomato purée is a thick liquid made by cooking and straining tomatoes. 
ketchup xốt cà chua Ketchup is more than just a condiment—this key ingredient is found in many of our favourite everyday meals. 
mayonnaise mayonnaise Mayonnaise forms the basis of all kinds of other sauces and dressings. 
mustard mù tạc/ mù tạt Mustard is one of the storecupboard staples every cook needs. 
pepper hạt tiêu Pepper is one of the most commonly used spices and is often paired with salt as a basic seasoning combination. 
salad dressing xốt/dầu giấm trộn sa lát These are 10 salad dressings you can make in minutes. 
salt muối How much salt in food is too much? 
vinaigrette dầu giấm có rau thơm It breaks my heart to see bottles of vinaigrette in people's fridges. 
vinegar giấm Vinegar can do more in the kitchen than act as an ingredient in recipes. 
sugar đường Sugar is a multitasking ingredient that can play a role in the taste, look, colour, size, shape and feel of food. 

6. Từ vựng về SẢN PHẨM TỪ SỮA

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
butter Butter is made from churning cream and is a kitchen essential. 
cream kem Cream, with its smooth velvety richness, is the ultimate indulgence food. 
cheese phô mai If you love cheese, you have to try these cheesey recipes for favorite comfort foods 
blue cheese phô mai xanh Love it or hate it, blue cheese adds an undeniable punch of flavor to salads, sandwiches, pastas, and pizzas. 
cottage cheese phô mai tươi Cottage cheese is one of those foods that people tend to love or hate. 
goats cheese phô mai dê Also known as chèvre, goat cheese is a simple, creamy ingredient that can make just about anything taste that much better. 
crème fraîche kem lên men The French version of soured cream, crème fraîche is twice as rich and twice as thick. 
eggs trứng Eggs are truly a power ingredient in every way. 
free range eggs trứng gà nuôi thả tự nhiên Most free-range eggs will have more deeply colored yolks because they're laid by hens on a varied, nutrient-rich diet. 
margarine bơ thực vật Margarine was invented in the 1860s by a French chemist as a cheap replacement for butter. 
milk sữa These 18 foods may contain hidden milk ingredients, which can cause a reaction if you're allergic to milk
full-fat milk sữa nguyên kem/sữa béo Low-fat milk provides no extra benefit for your heart over full-fat milk.
semi-skimmed milk sữa ít béo After the age of 2, children can gradually move to semi-skimmed milk as a drink. 
skimmed milk sữa không béo/sữa gầy Skimmed milk powder, sometimes called dry or non-fat milk, is just as nutritious as fresh milk but keeps longer and costs less. 
sour cream kem chua Soured cream is a single cream that's been soured using an added culture (similar to that used in yoghurt). 
yoghurt sữa chua Made from fermented milk, yoghurt has a great many uses. 

7. Từ vựng về BÁNH MÌ, BÁNH NGỌT, VÀ LÀM BÁNH TẠI NHÀ

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
baguette bánh mì baguette Think of French food and one of the first things that come to mind is the “baguette”. 
bread rolls cuộn bánh mì An absolute must for a great burger, a lunchbox or alongside a bowl of steaming soup, the bread roll is a great way to start baking. 
brown bread bánh mì nâu Compared to wholemeal bread, brown bread contains a higher proportion of protein and starch. 
white bread bánh mì trắng This easy white bread has been triple-tested by our cookery team and nutritionally analysed. 
garlic bread bánh mì tỏi Anyone who says they don't like garlic bread must be fibbing. 
pitta bread bánh mì dẹt Pita bread has roots in the prehistoric flatbreads of the Middle East. 
loaf hoặc loaf of bread ổ bánh mì This loaf uses whole grains, nuts, and seeds. 
sliced loaf ổ bánh mì đã thái lát The widespread adoption of the sliced loaf in Australia coincided with the rise of supermarkets. 
cake bánh ngọt Angel food cake is a low-fat, airy dessert that is the perfect finish to a summer meal. 
Danish pastry bánh sừng bò Đan Mạch Danish pastry as we know it – layers of buttery yeast dough – came to Denmark in the 1850s with bakers from Austria. 
quiche bánh quiche của Pháp (nhân thịt xông khói) Quiche is a good solution to any meal dilemma from dinner parties, suppers, picnics and even afternoon tea. 
sponge cake bánh bông lan Make a classic sponge cake with this easy recipe, perfect for everyday baking and occasions. 

8. Từ vựng về ĐỒ ĂN SÁNG

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
breakfast cereal ngũ cốc ăn sáng nói chung Breakfast cereal (or simply cereal) is a traditional breakfast food made from processed cereal grains, primarily in Western societies. 
cornflakes ngũ cốc giòn Breakfast is good for you but what is odd is the association of cornflakes with health. 
honey mật ong These healthy honey recipes feature several varietals of honey. 
jam mứt Until recently there was a misguided belief that one should only use second-rate fruit for jam making. 
marmalade mứt cam Making marmalade is one of the cook's favourite annual rituals. 
muesli ngũ cốc hạt nhỏ Muesli is a cold breakfast cereal dish based on rolled oats and ingredients like grains, nuts... 
porridge cháo Porridge is a food commonly eaten as a breakfast cereal dish. 
toast bánh mì nướng There is so much more you can put on toast than butter.  

9. Từ vựng về các loại THỰC PHẨM KHÁC

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
noodles mì tôm, bún, miến Korea has a long history of noodle making and eating. 
pasta mì Ý nói chung Pasta is made from grain, one of the basic food groups in a healthy diet that also can include vegetables, fruits, fish, and poultry. 
pasta sauce sốt cà chua nấu mì This is the best pasta sauce you will ever have. 
pizza pizza Hardly anyone owns a pizza oven, or even an oven hot enough to cook pizza in, so what a joy it is that you can make a brilliant one in a pan. 
rice gạo We bet you'd be hard-pressed to find a kitchen where there isn't at least one kind of rice stocked in the pantry. 
spaghetti mì ống There are plenty of pasta casseroles out there, but baked spaghetti is comfort food to the max. 

10. Từ vựng về ĐỒ ĂN VẶT

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
biscuits bánh qui These vegan cheesy chive biscuits are perfect for the holidays. 
chocolate sô cô la Grand health claims have been made about chocolate
crisps khai tây lát mỏng chiên giòn They're fried in fat and smothered in salt, so why do we have an unhealthy obsession with potato crisps
hummus đậu gà nấu nhuyễn The hummus we're making here uses canned chickpeas, which are readily available, easily stored. 
nuts đậu hạt Eating nuts may help reduce risk factors for many chronic diseases, including heart disease and diabetes. 
olives quả ô liu Olives add salty, bright flavor to a variety of dishes. 
peanuts lạc In the United States, peanuts are rarely eaten raw. 
sweets kẹo Making your own chocolates and sweets is so tempting - whether for bespoke homemade gifts or just for the challenge. 

11. Từ vựng về các loại RAU THƠM

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
basil húng quế You can buy basil in dried form, but it is best when fresh.  
chives lá thơm Chopped chives add a hit of freshness to just about anything. 
coriander rau mùi Coriander is one of the world's most commonly used herbs. 
dill thì là Dill is widely grown in Eurasia where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. 
parsley mùi tây Parsley can be used in almost any savoury dish. 
rosemary hương thảo Rosemary is a robust and most versatile herb with a flavour that complements a wide variety of dishes and ingredients. 
sage cây xô thơm The strong flavour of sage means that a little goes a long way, especially if you're using dried leaves, so use sparingly. 
thyme húng tây No kitchen should be without the heady, aromatic flavour of thyme

12. Từ vựng về ĐÓNG GÓI THỨC ĂN

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
bag of potatoes túi khoai tây Did a 10-pound bag of potatoes really cost $15 back in 2008? 
bar of chocolate thanh sô cô la Cadbury have launched a new bar of chocolate that combines four different types of chocolate. 
bottle of milk chai sữa So she opened a bottle of milk and gave him a drink. 
carton of milk hộp sữa The best way to check to see if your carton of milk is bad is to smell it, according to food safety expert. 
crate/box of eggs hộp trứng A crate (or box) of eggs contains multiple flats or cartons. 
jar of jam lọ mứt Learn how to make a single jar of jam, a weekly ritual that will make the most of your fruit purchases. 
pack of butter gói bơ It's now wrapped in greaseproof paper and called a pack of butter
packet of biscuits gói bánh quy She was tired, hungry and thirsty, so she decided to buy a packet of biscuits and a coffee and find a comfortable place to sit. 
packet of crisps hoặc bag of crisps gói khoai tây chiên lát mỏng There's nothing more disappointing than opening a family bag of crisps, only to discover that half of the bag is just air. 
packet of cheese gói phô mai But how can you tell that the gelatine, sealed in its little corner on a packet of cheese, has gone bad? 
punnet of strawberries giỏ dâu tây A nail was allegedly found in a punnet of strawberries in Gawler last week.
tin of baked beans hộp đậu nướng This week we create everyone's favourite dinner in cake - a tin of baked beans
tub of ice cream cốc kem We buy a tub of icecream during the summer months to have in the freezer to eat if we need it. 

13. Từ vựng về PHƯƠNG PHÁP CHẾ BIẾN

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ

Boil 

Luộc   He boiled some eggs. 
Bake  Nướng bằng lò  She baked me a cake. 
Roast  Quay, nướng  I like roasted chicken. 
Fry  Chiên, rán  She fried an egg. 
Grill  Nướng than (trực tiếp)  I am grilling fish. 
Steam  Hấp  I steamed a fish for dinner. 

14. Từ vựng về HƯƠNG VỊ ĐỒ ĂN

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ

Sweet

Ngọt  This cake is too sweet for me. 
Sour  Chua; ôi; thiu  The sauce tasted very sour.
Salty  Mặn  It tasted slightly salty
Delicious   Thơm ngon  Who cooked this? It’s delicious
Tasty  Ngon, đầy hương vị  Children like tasty food. 
Bland  Nhạt nhẽo  Life without salt would be pretty bland.
Horrible  Khó chịu, kinh khủng  The coffee tasted horrible
Spicy  Cay, có gia vị  Can you eat spicy food? 

Hot 

Nóng, cay nồng  It’s terrible when I eat a hot pepper. 

Tough 

 Dai Overcooked beef is too tough to eat.

Tender

Không dai, mềm  Boil the beans until they are tender.
Unripe Chưa chín The oranges are unripe
Ripe  Chín (trái cây)  The apples are ripe.
Overdone  Nấu quá chín  The fish was overdone and very dry. 
Mouldy Bị mốc This cake goes mouldy very quickly.
Stale  Ôi, thiu (bánh mì, bánh ngọt)  This bread’s going stale
Rotten  Thối rửa, đã hỏng  The fruit is starting to go rotten

Fresh

Tươi, mới, tươi sống  Is this milk fresh
Mild  Nhẹ (mùi)  This is a very mild coffee. 

Phần 2: Từ vựng về đồ uống

Từ vựng Nghĩa Ví dụ
Coffee  cà phê Instant coffee just doesn't compare with freshly ground coffee
Tea trà The waitress brought us two steaming cups of tea
Iced tea trà đá Just as certain wines can be matched with certain foods, the same is true of pairing iced tea with your favorite meals. 
Herbal tea trà thảo mộc Herbal teas have long been considered warriors in the battle against bad health. 
Fruit juice nước ép hoa quả For decades fruit juice has been seen as a healthy option. 
Tomato juice nước cà chua Tomato juice is a popular drink, made from the juice of fresh tomatoes. 
Fruit smoothie sinh tố hoa quả Smoothies are not only delicious, but quick and easy to make with almost any fruit or berries you have handy. 
Avocado smoothie sinh tố bơ This creamy avocado smoothie seriously tastes like a vanilla milkshake.
Milkshake sữa lắc Strawberry milkshake will be done in 10 minutes. Please wait!
Wine  rượu vang  I love Australian wines, especially the white wines.
Beer bia He asked for a pint of beer
Lemonade  nước chanh I like this homemade lemonade, it's real good! 
Champagne  rượu sâm banh We always celebrate our wedding anniversary with a bottle of champagne
Water Nước Can I have a drop of water in my whisky, please? 
Mineral water  nước khoáng Mineral water comes from natural underground reservoirs and mineral springs, giving it a higher mineral content than tap water. 
Orange squash   nước cam vắt Store the goodness of fresh oranges in a bottle of homemade orange squash and fill yourself a glass of citrus goodness. 
Soda Nước có ga Soda is not good for children’s health.
Milk  Sữa My brother hates drinking milk.

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