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bouillon cube

American  

noun

  1. a small compressed cube of dehydrated beef, chicken, or vegetable stock.


Etymology

Origin of bouillon cube

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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Broth: I have a favorite bouillon cube that I use in place of liquid broth for this recipe called Not Chicken by Edward & Sons.

From Salon • Nov. 30, 2023

Like a bouillon cube, instant dashi activates with any amount of liquid.

From Salon • May 4, 2022

NOTES: To crush the bouillon cube, use a mortar and pestle, grate it or tap it in a bowl with a spoon until it breaks apart.

From Washington Post • Sep. 30, 2021

Woods, now 49, went on to describe preparing the chicken every week in his hot pot with salt, pepper and a bouillon cube.

From New York Times • Jan. 6, 2021

“Drop a bouillon cube in that cup, will you, dear? The doctor says it’ll build your father up.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck