Do you know the difference between a blender and a food processor? How about an oven and a stove? If not, don’t worry – you’re not alone! A lot of people don’t know the specific names of kitchen appliances. That’s why today, we’re going to be sharing a kitchen vocabulary lesson with you. This lesson includes all of the major kitchen appliances and their specific names.
Kitchen Vocabulary Words
- Blender: a machine that is used to create smooth, textured, and volumetric textures by blending two or more substances.
- Food Processor: A machine that is used to chop, slice, shred, and puree food.
- Oven: A household appliance used for cooking food. It typically has a door that can be opened and closed and is often used to bake food.
- Stove: A household appliance typically used for cooking food on a hot surface. It typically has a knob or dial that can be turned to control the heat.
- Microwave: A household appliance that uses electromagnetic waves to heat food.
- Toaster: A household appliance used to toast bread.
- Coffee Maker: A household appliance used to brew coffee.
- Dishwasher: A household appliance used to clean dishes.
- Refrigerator: A household appliance used to store food and keep it fresh.
- Freezer: A household appliance used to store food and keep it frozen.
- Garbage disposal: A household appliance used to grind food waste so that it can be flushed down the drain.
- Kitchen Sink: A household appliance used for washing dishes, fruits, and vegetables.
- Faucet: A household appliance used to control the flow of water from a plumbing system.
- Knife: A kitchen utensil used for cutting food.
- Fork: A kitchen utensil used for eating food.
- Spoon: A kitchen utensil used for eating and serving food.
- Plate: A flat, round piece of dishware used for eating food.
- Bowl: A concave piece of dishware used for eating and serving food.
- Glass: A transparent or translucent vessel used for drinking.
- Mug: A cup with a handle, typically made of ceramic, used for hot beverages.
- Pot: A metal or ceramic container with a lid, used for cooking food.
- Pan: A flat, metal container with a handle, used for cooking food.
- Oven Mitt: A kitchen glove made of heat-resistant material, used to protect the hand from hot surfaces.
- Apron: A garment worn over the clothes, typically by cooks, to protect them from splashes and spills.
- Recipe: A set of instructions for preparing a meal.
- Ingredient: A substance that is used as a part of a recipe.
- Cooking: The process of preparing food by using heat.
- Baking: The process of cooking food in an oven.
- Boiling: The process of cooking food in water that has been heated to its boiling point.
- Frying: The process of cooking food in hot oil.
- Grilling: The process of cooking food on a grill.
- Roasting: The process of cooking food in an oven.
- Sautéing: The process of cooking food with a small amount of fat.
- Seasoning: The process of adding salt, herbs, and spices to food in order to enhance its flavor.
- Serving: The act of giving food to someone else.
- Taste: The sensation that is perceived by the tongue and other organs in the mouth.
- Sweet: A taste that is perceived as sugar-like.
- Salty: A taste that is perceived as salt-like.
- Sour: A taste that is perceived as being acidic.
- Bitter: A taste that is perceived as being harsh.
- Spicy: A taste that is perceived as being hot.
- Texture: The physical characteristic of a food that is determined by its consistency.
- Hard: A texture that is difficult to bite or chew.
- Soft: A texture that is easy to bite or chew.
- Crunchy: A texture that is crisp and has a lot of texture.
- Smooth: A texture that is free of bumps or lumps.
- Creamy: A texture that is rich and thick.
- Wet: A texture that is moist or slippery.
- Dry: A texture that is not moist.
- Temperature: The degree of hotness or coldness of a food.
- Hot: A temperature that is above the body’s normal range.
- Cold: A temperature that is below the body’s normal range.
Kitchen Appliances Names
- Blender: A device used to make smooth, creamy soups and sauces or to puree raw fruits and vegetables for use in other dishes.
- Crockpot: A slow cooker, perfect for making stews, chili, and other one-pot meals.
- Dishwasher: An appliance that washes and sanitizes dishes automatically.
- Microwave: A quick and convenient way to cook or reheat food.
- Mixer: A kitchen appliance used to mix, knead, and beat dough and other batters.
- Oven: A heated chamber used for baking or roasting food.
- Refrigerator: An appliance that keeps food cold and fresh.
- Toaster: A small appliance used to toast bread, bagels, and other pastries.
- Trash compactor: A kitchen appliance that compacts trash to save space in garbage bags.
- Garbage disposal: A device installed under a kitchen sink that grinds food waste so it can be safely flushed down the drain.
- Knife block: A storage container for knives, typically made of wood.
- Cutting board: A flat surface used for cutting food.
- Spice rack: A storage container for spices, often mounted on a wall or inside a cabinet door.
- Pot and pan set: A collection of cookware, typically including a saucepan, frying pan, and stock pot.
- Baking dish: A ceramic or glass dish used for baking pies, casseroles, and other oven-baked foods.
- Food processor: A kitchen appliance used to chop, slice, and shred food.
- Ice cream maker: A kitchen appliance used to make homemade ice cream.
- Juicer: A kitchen appliance used to extract juice from fruits and vegetables.
- Kettle: A small pot with a spout, used for boiling water.
- Coffee maker: A kitchen appliance used to brew coffee.
Kitchen Words List
- Apron
- Baking tray
- Beer mug
- Blender
- Bowl
- Bread and butter knife
- Bread and butter plate
- Bread basket
- Butter dish
- Cabinet
- Cake slice
- Casserole dish
- Champagne flute
- Chopping board
- Chopsticks
- Cleaver
- Cocktail glass
- Coffee cup
- Cognac balloon
- Colander
- Collins glass
- Cooker
- Corkscrew
- Cupboard
- Cutlery
- Demitasse
- Dessert fork
- Dinner fork
- Dinner knife
- Dinner plate
- Dinner table
- Dish soap
- Drawer
- Footed pilsner glass
- Fork
- Frying pan
- Grater
- Grill
- Hurricane glass
- Irish coffee glass
- Kettle
- Kitchen counter
- Kitchen scale
- Kitchen shears
- Knife
- Ladle
- Margarita glass
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoon
- Mesh skimmer
- Microwave
- Mixer
- Mug
- Napkin
- Napkin
- Oven glove
- Pedal bin
- Pie plate
- Plastic cup
- Pot
- Pressure cooker
- Range hood
- Red wine glass
- Refrigerator
- Rolling pin
- Salad fork
- Salad knife
- Salad spinner
- Saucer
- Shot glass
- Spatula
- Spice container
- Spoon
- Steak hammer
- Strainer
- Tea maker
- Tea spoon
- Teacup
- Teapot
- Timer
- Toaster
- Vodka glass
- Water goblet
- Weizen glass
- Whisk
- White wine glass
- Wine glass
- Wooden spoon