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Definition of roux - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
cooking baseTECH. fat and flour mixture used to thicken sauces and soupsTECH.
- She made a roux by cooking butter and flour together before adding milk.
- The chef prepared a roux for the gumbo.
- A good roux is key to a perfect sauce.
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fat and flour mixture used to thicken sauces and soups
Expressions with roux
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pre-made block used to thicken and flavor curry
Add curry roux after the potatoes soften for a richer stew.
Origin of roux
French, roux (red)
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japanese dish with meat and vegetables in white roux
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mother sauce made with stock and roux
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