English Word · Beginner
caramelize
To undergo this kind of conversion or browning
Pronunciation: /ˈkaɹ(ə)məlʌɪz/
Meaning
To cause food to undergo a chemical process that results in browning and a sweet, nutty flavor.
Example
Slowly cooking the onions will caramelize them, which brings out the sweetness and gives them a brown color.
Slowly cooking the onions will caramelize them, which brings out the sweetness and gives them a brown color.
Practice tips
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