Gherkin /ˈɡɜːr.kɪn/
Gherkin is a small cucumber that is often pickled in vinegar and spices.
These cucumbers are typically harvested when they are small and tender.
Gherkins are known for their crunchy texture and tangy flavor.
They are commonly used as a topping for sandwiches, burgers, and salads.
In addition to being a popular condiment, gherkins are also rich in vitamins.
Many people enjoy gherkins for their ability to add a burst of flavor to various dishes.
醋渍小黄瓜是一种通常用醋和香料腌制的小黄瓜。
这些黄瓜通常在小巧可口时进行采摘。
醋渍小黄瓜以其脆嫩的质地和酸辣的味道而闻名。
它们常用作三明治、汉堡和沙拉的配料。
除了作为一种受欢迎的调味品，醋渍小黄瓜还富含维生素。
许多人喜欢醋渍小黄瓜，因为它们能够为各种菜肴增添浓烈的风味。
配套练习✍️
🔍 完形填空（Cloze Test）
1. Gherkin is a small cucumber that is often ______ in vinegar and spices.
（a. cooked / b. pickled / c. fried）
2. These cucumbers are usually harvested when they are small and ______.
（a. tough / b. tender / c. sour）
3. Gherkins are known for their crunchy texture and ______ flavor.
（a. sweet / b. tangy / c. mild）
4. They are commonly used as a topping for ______, burgers, and salads.
（a. cookies / b. sandwiches / c. cakes）
5. Many people enjoy gherkins for their ability to add a burst of ______ to dishes.
（a. flavor / b. color / c. sweetness）
✅ 选择题（Multiple Choice）
6. What is the main use of gherkins?
A) To make soup
B) To serve fresh
C) To pickle and use as a condiment
7. Which of the following describes gherkins?
A) Large and soft
B) Small and crunchy
C) Sweet and juicy
8. Where are gherkins commonly found?
A) In salads
B) In desserts
C) In smoothies
✏️ 填空题（Fill in the Blanks）
9. The crunchy texture of gherkins makes them ______ in sandwiches.
（可选答案：tasty, hard, difficult）
10. Gherkins are often included in ______ for extra flavor.
（可选答案：drinks, salads, desserts）
11. Gherkins are popular as a topping for burgers and ______.
（可选答案：cookies, sandwiches, rice）
12. The tangy taste of gherkins is a result of the ______ process.
（可选答案：pickling, baking, freezing）
练习答案✅
- b. pickled
- b. tender
- b. tangy
- b. sandwiches
- a. flavor
- C) To pickle and use as a condiment
- B) Small and crunchy
- A) In salads
- tasty
- salads
- sandwiches
- pickling
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