Definitions

1. verb

to cook or heat sugar slowly over a low heat, typically for a long time, until it turns a deep brown color and has a rich, caramel-like flavor or smell.

“The chef caramelize the onions for the sauce.”

2. verb

to become caramel-like in color or flavor, especially as a result of being cooked slowly over a low heat.

“The sugar caramelize in the oven, creating a sweet and sticky sauce.”

3. noun

the process of cooking or heating sugar slowly over a low heat, until it turns a deep brown color and has a rich, caramel-like flavor or smell.

“The chef put the sugar through the caramelize process to create the perfect sauce.”