caramelize

American  

[kar-uh-muh-lahyz, kahr-muh-] / ˈkær ə məˌlaɪz, ˈkɑr mə- /

especially British, caramelise

verb (used with or without object)

caramelized, caramelizing

1. to convert or be converted into caramel.

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caramelize British  

/ ˈkærəməˌlaɪz /

verb

1. to convert or be converted into caramel

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Other Word Forms

• caramelization noun
• uncaramelized adjective

Etymology

Origin of caramelize

First recorded in 1720–30; caramel + -ize

Example Sentences

Roasted apples, dusted with cinnamon and brown sugar, bring soft caramelized notes, while spoonfuls of apple butter introduce deep, sticky fruit flavor.

From Salon

Once everything is brown and caramelized, throw in a bowl and top with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

From Salon

Aside from a simple charcuterie board, my favorite way to indulge in fresh pears is by caramelizing them.

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The muffins emerge golden and fragrant, with warm, nutty, slightly caramelized edges.

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Using an enameled skillet, Syd shows T.J. how to brown the meat along with the onions, then adds tomato paste, explaining that caramelizing it enriches the sauce.

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