crisping

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of making potatoes or other foods crisp and golden brown by frying them in hot oil.

  - "I like to crisp up my potatoes in a cast iron skillet."
  - "The restaurant is known for its perfectly crisped fries."

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Synonyms

crackle , creak , crunch , rustle , crispen , crispen , tinge

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Variants

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crisp , crisped , crisping , crisps

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Etymology

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From the Old English word 'crisian', meaning to fry or roast.

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Trivia

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1. Crisping is not only used for potatoes, but also for other vegetables such as Brussels sprouts and zucchini.

2. The temperature at which food is crisped can greatly affect the final texture and flavor.

3. Crisping can also be achieved through other methods such as baking or broiling, but frying is the most common method.

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Related Concepts

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1. Frying: A cooking method that involves heating oil or fat to a high temperature and then submerging or coating food in it to cook.

2. Roasting: A cooking method that involves exposing food to dry heat, usually in an oven, to cook it evenly on all sides.

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Culture

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In many cultures, crisping is a common technique used in cooking to enhance the flavor and texture of various dishes, particularly potatoes and other root vegetables.

How to Memorize "crisping"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine golden brown potatoes sizzling in hot oil. Visualize the crispy texture and the satisfying crunch as you take a bite.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'crisping' with the crispy texture and golden brown color of fried foods.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Crispy Potatoes Crisp My Soul' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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