EN: The verb 'is' (be verb) connects a person (the subject) to their job or identity. Use 'from' to show where someone was born or where they live.
中文: 動詞 'is' (be 動詞) 用來連接一個人(主詞)與其職業或身份。使用 'from' 來表示某人的出生地或居住地。
He is a teacher from Canada.
他是一位來自加拿大的老師。
EN: The United Kingdom (UK) consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. In professional contexts, people often use their full title like 'food writer' to describe their specific expertise.
中文: 英國 (United Kingdom) 由四個國家組成:英格蘭、蘇格蘭、威爾斯和北愛爾蘭。在專業場合,人們常用「food writer」(美食作家)等具體頭銜來描述其專業領域。
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to show what the recipe is about. It connects the word 'recipe' to the specific dish.
中文: 介系詞「for」在這裡用來表示這份食譜的內容。它將「recipe」(食譜)與具體的菜餚名稱連接起來。
I have a recipe for chocolate cake.
我有一份巧克力蛋糕的食譜。
EN: Souvlaki is a traditional Greek fast food consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. In this recipe, it is adapted into a salad form, which is a common way to modernize traditional street foods.
中文: 希臘烤肉 (Souvlaki) 是一種傳統的希臘快餐,由串在籤上燒烤的小塊肉(有時包含蔬菜)組成。在這份食譜中,它被改造成沙拉的形式,這是將傳統街頭小吃現代化的一種常見方式。
EN: Use 'made with' to describe the ingredients or materials used to create something.
中文: 使用「made with」來描述製作某物時所使用的原料或材料。
This cake is made with fresh strawberries.
這個蛋糕是用新鮮草莓做的。
EN: Souvlaki is a staple of Greek cuisine, typically consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. It is often served in a pita wrap with garnishes and sauces.
中文: Souvlaki 是希臘飲食中的代表性食物,通常由串在籤上燒烤的小塊肉類(有時包含蔬菜)組成。它經常被包裹在 pita 餅中,並搭配配菜和醬料一起食用。
EN: The phrase 'not... at all' is used to add emphasis to a negative statement, meaning 'not in any way' or 'zero percent'.
中文: 短語「not... at all」用於加強否定句的語氣,意思是「一點也不」或「完全不」。
I do not like spicy food at all.
我一點也不喜歡辛辣的食物。
EN: In many Western countries, 'barbecue' (or BBQ) refers to a specific outdoor cooking method using a grill. This sentence highlights that the recipe is accessible for people living in apartments or those without outdoor space.
中文: 在許多西方國家,「barbecue」(或 BBQ)指的是一種使用烤架的戶外烹飪方式。這句話強調了這個食譜對於住在公寓或沒有戶外空間的人來說非常方便。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express possibility or ability. It is followed by the base form of the verb (cook).
中文: 助動詞「can」用來表示可能性或能力。後面接動詞原形(cook)。
You can make a Greek salad at home.
你可以在家做一份希臘沙拉。
EN: In many Western kitchens, the 'stove' (or hob) and the 'oven' are part of the same appliance, but 'stove' specifically refers to the top burners used for frying or boiling in a pan.
中文: 在許多西方廚房中,「stove」(爐台)和「oven」(烤箱)通常是同一個電器的一部分,但「stove」特指用來煎炸或水煮的上方爐火部分。
EN: Use 'First' at the beginning of a sentence to show the first step in a sequence of actions or instructions.
中文: 在句首使用「First」來表示一系列動作或指令中的第一個步驟。
First, wash your hands before cooking.
首先,在煮飯前先洗手。
EN: In Western cooking, marinating chicken with lemon and garlic is a classic technique to add brightness and depth of flavor, especially common in Mediterranean and Greek cuisine.
中文: 在西方料理中,用檸檬和大蒜醃漬雞肉是一種經典技巧,可以增加風味的層次感與清爽度,這在地中海和希臘料理中尤其常見。
EN: An 'appositive' is a noun or noun phrase that follows another noun to explain or identify it. Here, 'two common spices' explains what oregano and paprika are.
中文: 「同位語」是緊跟在另一個名詞後面的名詞或名詞短語,用來解釋或說明該名詞。在這裡,「two common spices」解釋了奧勒岡葉和紅椒粉是什麼。
I like pizza, a popular Italian food.
我喜歡披薩,這是一種受歡迎的義大利食物。
EN: Oregano and paprika are essential in Greek and Mediterranean cooking. Oregano provides an earthy aroma, while paprika adds color and a mild sweetness or smokiness to the meat.
中文: 奧勒岡葉和紅椒粉是希臘及地中海料理中不可或缺的元素。奧勒岡葉提供大地般的香氣,而紅椒粉則為肉類增添色澤以及淡淡的甜味或煙燻味。
EN: Use the preposition 'for' to talk about a period of time or duration.
中文: 使用介系詞「for」來描述一段持續的時間或時長。
I study English for one hour every day.
我每天讀英文一小時。
EN: Olive oil is a staple of Greek and Mediterranean cooking, known for being healthy and flavorful. In this recipe, it is used instead of butter or other fats to keep the dish authentic to its Greek roots.
中文: 橄欖油是希臘和地中海料理的主食,以健康且風味獨特著稱。在這道食譜中,使用橄欖油而非奶油或其他油脂,是為了保持這道希臘料理的道地風味。
EN: Using 'and' to list items: When listing three or more things, use commas between the items and put 'and' before the last one.
中文: 使用「and」來列舉項目:當列出三個或更多事物時,在項目之間使用逗號,並在最後一個項目之前加上「and」。
I bought apples, bananas, and oranges.
我買了蘋果、香蕉和柳橙。
EN: Red onions and black olives are staple ingredients in Greek cuisine, often found in a traditional Greek salad (Horiatiki).
中文: 紅洋蔥和黑橄欖是希臘料理中的主要食材,常見於傳統的希臘沙拉(Horiatiki)中。
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to show the purpose or reason for adding the bread.
中文: 介系詞「for」在句中用來表示目的或原因,說明為什麼要加入這些材料。
I drink water for my health.
我為了健康而喝水。
EN: Pitta bread is a staple in Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine. In this recipe, toasting it until it's crunchy adds a texture contrast to the soft salad ingredients, similar to how croutons are used in Western salads.
中文: 口袋餅 (Pitta bread) 是希臘和中東料理的主食。在這道食譜中,將它烤到酥脆是為了與柔軟的沙拉食材形成口感對比,這與西方沙拉中使用烤麵包丁 (croutons) 的做法類似。
EN: The verb 'taste' is a linking verb used to describe the flavor of something. It is followed by an adjective (like 'cool' or 'fresh') rather than an adverb.
中文: 動詞「taste」是一個連綴動詞,用來描述某物的味道。後面接形容詞(如 cool 或 fresh)而非副詞。
The soup tastes salty.
這道湯嚐起來很鹹。
EN: Greek yogurt is a key ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in sauces like Tzatziki. It is thicker and creamier than regular yogurt because the liquid whey is strained out.
中文: 希臘優格是地中海料理的核心食材,常用於像 Tzatziki 這樣的醬汁中。它比一般優格更濃稠、口感更綿密,因為在製作過程中濾掉了液態的乳清。
EN: The preposition 'in' is used to indicate the amount of time it takes to complete an action or when something will be finished.
中文: 介系詞「in」在這裡用來表示完成某件事所需要的時間,或是某事將在多久之後完成。
I can finish my homework in one hour.
我可以在一小時內完成我的功課。
EN: The phrase 'be good for' is used to show that something is suitable or beneficial for a specific person, group, or purpose.
中文: 短語「be good for」用來表示某樣東西適合或對特定的對象、群體或目的有好處。
This movie is good for children.
這部電影適合兒童觀看。
EN: In Western cooking, recipes are often designed for specific numbers of people (servings). 'Good for two' is a common way to say a dish provides two portions.
中文: 在西方烹飪中,食譜通常是為特定人數(份量)設計的。「Good for two」是表達一份菜餚提供兩人份的常用方式。
EN: The word 'for' is a preposition used here to show the purpose or use of something. When followed by a verb, we add '-ing' to the verb (sharing).
中文: 單字「for」在這裡是介係詞,用來表示某事物的用途或目的。如果後面接動詞,動詞必須加上「-ing」(例如 sharing)。
This water is for drinking.
這水是拿來喝的。
EN: In many cultures, including Greek culture which inspired this dish, sharing food is a central part of social life and hospitality.
中文: 在許多文化中(包括啟發這道菜的希臘文化),分享食物是社交生活和熱情好客的核心部分。
EN: The phrase 'just as well' is used to say that something works equally effectively or is equally acceptable compared to another option.
中文: 短語「just as well」用來表示某件事與另一件事相比,效果同樣好或同樣可以接受。
You can use butter, but oil works just as well.
你可以用奶油,但油的效果也一樣好。
EN: In the United Kingdom and Greece, a 'barbecue' often refers to outdoor grilling, which is a social event. However, Hayden emphasizes that home cooks can achieve great results indoors using a simple pan, making the recipe more accessible.
中文: 在英國和希臘,「barbecue」(烤肉)通常指戶外燒烤,這是一種社交活動。然而,海登強調家庭主婦或主夫使用簡單的平底鍋也能在室內達到很好的效果,使這道食譜更平易近人。
EN: The pattern 'Subject + be + adjective + to-infinitive' is used to describe how an action is performed on the subject.
中文: 使用「主詞 + be 動詞 + 形容詞 + 不定詞 (to + 動詞)」的句型,用來描述對該主詞進行某個動作時的感受或性質。
This book is easy to read.
這本書讀起來很簡單。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中: 食譜;烹飪法
在本文中: 烤的;炙燒的
在本文中: 燒烤架;戶外烤肉
在本文中: 香料;調味品
在本文中: 橄欖
在本文中: 烤過的;烘過的
在本文中: 脆度;咬起來嘎吱作響的口感
在本文中: (沙拉)醬料
在本文中: 分享;共同食用
在本文中: 美味的
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
Food that is cooked and sold by vendors in public places, often for immediate consumption.
街頭小吃
Used in negative statements to emphasize that something is not true or does not happen.
The amount of time required before something is finished or prepared.
在...時間內準備好
Equally good or effective.
同樣地好