Cumin /ˈkjuː.mɪn/
Cumin is a spice made from the seeds of the cumin plant.
It has a strong, earthy flavor and a warm aroma.
Cumin is commonly used in many cuisines, especially in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican dishes.
The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped, and they can be used whole or ground.
Cumin grows best in warm, dry climates with plenty of sunlight.
Countries like India, Iran, and Egypt are major producers of cumin.
This spice is not only known for its taste but also for its health benefits, such as aiding digestion.
Many people enjoy adding cumin to their foods for its rich flavor and aroma.
孜然是一种由孜然植物的种子制成的香料。
它具有浓烈的土味和温暖的香气。
孜然常用于许多菜肴中,尤其是印度、中东和墨西哥菜。
种子小而呈褐色,形状为椭圆形,可以整颗使用或研磨成粉。
孜然最适合在温暖、干燥和阳光充足的气候中生长。
印度、伊朗和埃及等国是孜然的主要生产国。
这种香料不仅因其味道而闻名,还因其健康益处而受到关注,有助于消化。
许多人喜欢在食物中加入孜然以增添丰富的风味和香气。
配套练习✍️
🔎 语境型完形填空(Contextual Cloze)
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Cumin is a spice made from the ______ of the cumin plant.
(seeds / leaves / flowers) -
It has a strong, earthy ______ and a warm aroma.
(flavor / texture / color) -
Cumin is commonly used in many ______, especially in Indian and Middle Eastern dishes.
(cuisines / desserts / drinks) -
The seeds are small, brown, and ______ in shape.
(oval / round / square) -
Cumin grows best in warm, dry climates with plenty of ______.
(sunlight / rain / wind) -
Countries like India and Iran are major producers of ______.
(cumin / coriander / pepper)
📝 句型模仿(Sentence Building)
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The taste of ______ is very strong and distinct.
(选项:cumin, salt, sugar) -
Many dishes become more flavorful when ______.
(选项:cumin is added, it is cooked, they are fresh) -
In traditional recipes, ______ is often paired with other spices.
(选项:cumin, rice, meat) -
When cooking, people usually ______ cumin seeds for better flavor.
(选项:grind, wash, freeze)
练习答案 ✅
完形填空:
- seeds
- flavor
- cuisines
- oval
- sunlight
- cumin
句型模仿:
- The taste of cumin is very strong and distinct.
- Many dishes become more flavorful when cumin is added.
- In traditional recipes, cumin is often paired with other spices.
- When cooking, people usually grind cumin seeds for better flavor.
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