roux
roux
Definition
roux (ro̵̅o̅)
noun
a cooked mixture of melted butter (or other fat) and flour, used for thickening sauces, soups, gravies, etc.
Etymology: Fr roux (beurre), reddish-brown (butter) < L russus: see russet
roux
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- make: Melt the butter in a saucepan, add the flour and stir to make a roux.
- cook: Once all the flour has been added, cook the roux for a few minutes, stirring it all the time.
- add: The okra serves as a thickener so you don't need to add roux to this gumbo.
- form: When it has formed a roux gradually add the milk, stirring continuously.
Preposition: with
- flour: Melt butter and make a roux with white flour, add milk gradually until thick sauce obtained.
- butter: Make a roux with the butter and flour, add the stock and cook out.
Modifies a noun
- sauce: Investigate the effect on viscosity on the type or quantity of fat used in a basic roux sauce.
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