vermoulu

/vərˈmuːlu/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of French cooking technique where the ingredients are first cooked in a mixture of butter and flour (roux) to thicken a sauce.

“The chef used the vermoulu method to create a rich and creamy Béarnaise sauce for the roasted chicken.”

Synonyms

  • roux
  • sauce thickener

Antonyms

  • emulsifier
  • separating agent