torrefy
/ˈtɔrəfaɪ/
verb
- To roast or dry something, especially coffee beans, wood, or other organic material, using heat to change its properties.
- The chef learned how to torrefy spices to enhance their aroma before grinding.
- The company uses a special machine to torrefy coffee beans for a richer flavor.
- They torrefy the wood chips to make them more suitable for fuel.