PROCEDURE VS EXPLANATION TEXT

PROCEDURE TEXT EXPLANATION TEXT

SIMILARITIES  Explanation about process
 Use simple present tense
 Use action verb
 Use Conjunctions
(first/second/then/and then/after
that/finally)
DIFFERENCES  instructs the audience on how to
complete a specific task.  Generally,
this then falls into two categories,
how to make something and how to
do something.
 Explanation about process
 Use simple present tense
 Use action verb
 Use Conjunctions
(first/second/then/and
then/after that/finally)
 explains the how and why
behind a process (usually
a natural or social
phenomena).

 The generic structures:  The generic structures:

 Goal  General statement
 Materials  Sequence explanation
 Series of steps  Closing

 Using imperative sentence.  Using no imperative

 Involving specific participants (You, sentences.
she, he, they).  Not involving specific
participants.
TOPIC  How to upload an article in an  How rain happens.
SAMPLES? International Journal.  How does rainbow
 How to make coffee. happen?
 How to make a cake.  Water cycle.
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PROCEDURAL TEXT

HOW TO MAKE OMELET

Most people start their experiences in a kitchen with an egg recipe. Once one successfully makes sunny
side up and a soft-boiled egg, it is inevitable that the next adventure would be cooking an omelet.
Cooking an omelet is easy and quick, making it the perfect comfort food especially for busy students
who are staying at dorms or somewhere else away from home. Here is an easy guide on how to cook an
omelet and how to fancy it up a bit.

First, you need to prepare the basic ingredients: butter or oil, egg, salt, and pepper. Prepare two eggs (or
more depending on how big you want your omelet), a bit of salt and pepper, and two tablespoons of
butter. Omelets are traditionally cooked using butter, but you can use any oil available in your pantry. In
fact, after cooking your breakfast bacon, you can use the leftover bacon grease to cook your omelet. Just
reduce the oil a little by dabbing the pan with a paper towel. 

The next step is to whisk your eggs in a bowl until the yolks are fully combined with the egg white. If you
do not have a whisk, you can use a fork. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Next, heat your butter
or oil in the pan for a few seconds. Eggs cook quickly so make sure to maintain a low heat, especially if it
is your first time cooking an omelet. It is best to use a non-stick pan for this recipe, to move the egg
easily and prevent overcooking parts of it. 

Once the butter has melted or the oil starts to shimmer, add the egg. Let it sit on the pan for a few
seconds to allow the egg to take some form. Then, using a heat-resistant spatula, slowly stir the egg to
cook evenly. Once the egg starts to take form, gently fold the egg to a half-moon. The remaining heat
will continue to cook the egg as it rests on your plate. 

Finally, you can sprinkle your omelet with chopped herbs such as dill or parsley, or you can enjoy it as it
is with your toast. If you are not a fan of chopped herbs, or you do not have any, you can drizzle a bit of
ketchup or any other sauce to your taste on your omelet for a tangy twist.
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