Brunetting

Definition

Slowly browning vegetables in butter over low heat—when your vegetables get the spa treatment instead of aggressive searing.

Example Usage

Brunette the mushrooms slowly to develop their flavor without creating a crust.

Origin

French, from 'brun' meaning 'brown'

Fun Fact

Brunetting is opposite to searing; it develops flavor through Maillard reaction without creating surface browning.

Source: French cooking technique

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