broil

Meanings

• Verb

  Cook food by exposing it to direct heat, usually on a rack over a fire or under a broiler.

  - "He broiled the steak to perfection."
  - "The chicken was broiled in the oven."

• Transitive verb

  Expose (food) to direct heat for cooking.

  - "Broil the fish for 5 minutes."
  - "Can I broil the vegetables in the same pan?"

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Synonyms

grill , skirmish

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with broil
oil , boil , coil , soil , wail

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Variants

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broil , broiled , broiling , broils , London broil , London broils

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Forms

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past tense: broiled, past participle: broiled, gerund: broiling

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Etymology

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Old French broiler, from broir to bubble, boil.

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Trivia

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1. Broiling is a quick cooking method that can save time compared to other methods like baking or simmering.

2. Broiling can help develop the Maillard reaction, which enhances the flavor and aroma of food.

3. The term 'broiler' can also refer to a type of chicken that is specifically bred for its meat to be tender and juicy when cooked quickly, such as under a broiler.

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Related Concepts

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1. Grilling: Both broiling and grilling are cooking methods that expose food to direct heat, but grilling typically involves cooking food on an open flame or a grate, while broiling is done under a broiler or in an oven.

2. Roasting: Roasting and broiling are similar in that they both involve exposing food to direct heat, but roasting typically refers to cooking larger cuts of meat or whole dishes in an oven at a lower temperature for a longer period of time.

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Culture

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Broiling is a popular cooking method for various types of food, including meats, fish, and vegetables. It is often used when a crispy, browned exterior is desired, while keeping the interior moist and tender. Broiling can be done on a stovetop broiler, in an oven, or even on a grill.

How to Memorize "broil"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a steak sizzling on a broiler pan, with the juices dripping down and forming browned bits on the pan.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'broil' with the sound of a sizzling pan and the smell of cooking food.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Browned On Both Sides' to remember the meaning of broil (B = Browned, O = On, B = Both Sides).

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