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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

plural

caramelization

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

Example Sentences

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Score the ham: Cutting shallow slashes across the surface creates more surface area for caramelization and helps the glaze seep into every nook.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2025

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

From Salon • May 15, 2024

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

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

For even richer caramelization, we first heat the baking sheet in the oven before adding the carrots.

From Washington Times • Apr. 1, 2023

This is due to the caramelization of the milk sugar.

From Dietetics for Nurses by Proudfit, Fairfax T.

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