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braise

/bɹeɪz/

Meanings
  • Verb

    A cooking method where food is gently simmered in a flavored liquid, usually wine or broth, in a covered pot.

  • Noun

    A dish prepared by this cooking method.


Pronunciation
  1. /bɹeɪz/



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  2. /bɹeɪz/



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Synonyms

becker
Rhymes
Words rhyming with braise
razes , maze , daze
Variants
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braise , braised , braises , braising
Etymology
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From Old French 'braser', meaning 'to roast' or 'to sear'.


Trivia
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  1. Braising is an ancient cooking technique that dates back to the Roman Empire.

  2. Braising is a versatile cooking method that can be used to prepare a wide range of dishes, from meats and poultry to vegetables and grains.

  3. Braising is a great way to cook tougher cuts of meat, as the long, gentle cooking process helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.


Related Concepts
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  1. Sous Vide: Braising is similar to sous vide cooking, but the food is not sealed in a vacuum-sealed bag and is cooked in a pot with liquid.

  2. Marinating: Braising often involves marinating the food in the flavored liquid before cooking.


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Braising is a popular cooking technique used in various cuisines around the world, including French, Italian, and Spanish. It allows the flavors of the ingredients to meld together and results in tender, flavorful dishes.

How to Memorize "braise"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a pot of food gently simmering in a flavorful liquid.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'braise' with the idea of tender, flavorful dishes cooked gently in a flavored liquid.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym 'BRAISE' to remember the steps of the cooking process: Browning, Raising, and Infusing the food in Seasoned liquid.


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