Mirepoix
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɪə(ɹ)ˈpwɑː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mirepoix is a noun meaning A combination of diced onions, carrots, celery and herbs sautéed in oil or butter as used in French cooking.
Meaning
A combination of diced onions, carrots, celery and herbs sautéed in oil or butter as used in French cooking.
More Meanings
- (figurative) A mixture.
Example Sentences
The Mirepoix is from this moment complete.
Classic seasoning combinations include mirepoix, matignon, marinades, oignon piqué, and oignon brûlé.
Trim off superfluous fat, rub over the outside of the meat with salt and flour, and set it upon the mirepoix.
Most European cultures use a patiently chopped, heated and stirred vegetable mixture, such as a mirepoix or soffritto, always including members of the onion family, and Pollan explores the chemistry of these, as well as their adaptive value.
Word Forms
- mirepoixs
Synonyms for mirepoix
Depending on context, synonyms include soffritto.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include soffritto, brunoise, soubise, estouffade, sofrito, forcemeat.
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