braising

/ˈbreɪzɪŋ/
noun
  1. A cooking method in which food is first browned in fat and then cooked slowly in a small amount of liquid in a covered pot.
    • The cookbook has a whole chapter on braising vegetables.
    • Braising is a great way to make tough cuts of meat tender.
    • She learned the art of braising from her grandmother.
adjective
  1. Relating to or used for the cooking method of braising.
    • A heavy braising pot is essential for even heat distribution.
    • The braising technique requires patience and low heat.
    • He added the braising liquid to the pan before covering it.
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