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caramelization

American  
[kahr-muhl-uh-zay-shuhn, kar-uh-muhl-, kahr-muhl-ahy-] / ˌkɑr məl əˈzeɪ ʃən, ˌkær ə məl-, ˌkɑr məlˌaɪ- /

noun

caramelization plural
  1. the process or result of converting sugar, or the sugars in a food, into caramel by heating.


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Another component is the caramelization that happens when sauce hits a searing hot pan.

From Salon • May 15, 2024

This is also the case for the deep, bronzed caramelization on my chicken parm., which is the single dish I've cooked the most over the years.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2024

Grill the fruit just long enough to create some caramelization but retain a nice firm bite.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

Separating the items a bit allows them to cook faster and get more caramelization on more sides.

From Washington Times • Jun. 30, 2023

This brown liquid is called caramel The process of making it is called caramelization.

From School and Home Cooking by Greer, Carlotta Cherryholmes

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