bouillon
/'bu:jʤ:ɳ/
Definition
Noun: A clear, seasoned broth, typically made by simmering meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables in water. It is a flavorful liquid used as a base for soups, sauces, and other dishes.
Usage
"Bouillon" is an uncountable noun referring to the liquid itself. It is often used in cooking contexts to describe a simple, flavorful stock. It can be homemade or commercially available in cubes, granules, or liquid form.
Examples
- The recipe calls for two cups of bouillon.
- She sipped the hot bouillon to soothe her sore throat.
- For a quick soup, dissolve a bouillon cube in boiling water.
Advanced Usage
- "To reduce bouillon": To simmer bouillon until some water evaporates, concentrating its flavor.
- Reduce the chicken bouillon by half to create a more intense sauce base.
Variants and Related Words
- Bouillon cube (n): A small, dehydrated cube of concentrated bouillon used to quickly make broth.
- I always keep vegetable bouillon cubes in my pantry.
- Court-bouillon (n): A seasoned, aromatic broth, often containing wine or vinegar, used for poaching fish or vegetables.
- The salmon was poached in a flavorful court-bouillon.
Synonyms
- Broth: A very close synonym, though "broth" can sometimes be less clear or contain small pieces of food.
- Stock: Often used interchangeably, though stock is typically made by simmering bones for a longer time, resulting in a richer flavor and more gelatin.
Idioms and Phrases
No common idioms specifically use the word "bouillon."
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a clear seasoned broth
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