Nutmeg /ˈnʌt.mɛɡ/

Nutmeg is a spice made from the seed of the nutmeg tree.
It has a warm, slightly sweet flavor and a strong aroma.
Nutmeg is used in both sweet and savory dishes, such as desserts, curries, and soups.
The seeds are brown and oval-shaped, and they are typically grated or ground before use.
Nutmeg grows best in tropical climates with rich, well-drained soil.
Countries like Indonesia, Grenada, and India are major producers of nutmeg.
This spice is known for its health benefits, including improving digestion and reducing inflammation.
Many people enjoy adding nutmeg to their baking and holiday drinks for extra flavor.

肉豆蔻是由肉豆蔻树的种子制成的香料。
它具有温暖、略甜的味道和浓烈的香气。
肉豆蔻既用于甜品,也用于咸味菜肴,如甜点、咖喱和汤。
这些种子为棕色,呈椭圆形,通常在使用前被磨碎或磨成粉。
肉豆蔻最适合在热带气候中生长,那里的土壤丰富且排水良好。
印度尼西亚、格林纳达和印度等国是肉豆蔻的主要生产国。
这种香料以其健康益处而闻名,包括改善消化和减轻炎症。
许多人喜欢在烘焙和节日饮品中加入肉豆蔻以增添风味。

配套练习✍️

🔎 语境型完形填空(Contextual Cloze)

  1. Nutmeg is a spice made from the seed of the ______ tree.
    (nutmeg / peach / apple)

  2. It has a warm, slightly sweet flavor and a strong ______.
    (aroma / color / taste)

  3. Nutmeg is used in both sweet and ______ dishes.
    (savory / spicy / bitter)

  4. The seeds are brown and ______, and they are grated before use.
    (oval-shaped / round / flat)

  5. Nutmeg grows best in tropical climates with rich, well-drained ______.
    (soil / water / air)

  6. Countries like Indonesia and Grenada are major producers of ______.
    (nutmeg / cloves / ginger)

 

📝 句型模仿(Sentence Building)

  1. Many people use ______ in their baking for added sweetness.
    (选项:sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon)

  2. In some recipes, ______ can enhance the taste of savory dishes.
    (选项:pepper, salt, nutmeg)

  3. To make a warm drink, you can add ______ for extra flavor.
    (选项:vanilla, honey, nutmeg)

  4. Chefs often include ______ in desserts to create a unique taste.
    (选项:chocolate, nutmeg, ginger)

 

练习答案 ✅

完形填空:

  1. nutmeg
  2. aroma
  3. savory
  4. oval-shaped
  5. soil
  6. nutmeg

句型模仿:

  1. Many people use sugar in their baking for added sweetness.
  2. In some recipes, pepper can enhance the taste of savory dishes.
  3. To make a warm drink, you can add vanilla for extra flavor.
  4. Chefs often include chocolate in desserts to create a unique taste.

 

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