mise en place
Americannoun
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the gathering and preliminary preparation of the ingredients and equipment to be used in cooking or serving food.
The chef started the mise en place for the curry: chopping tomatoes, cutting onions, and measuring spices.
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the ingredients and equipment gathered and prepared before cooking.
The dish is the perfect size for minced herbs and other mise-en-place you need within easy reach of the stove.
noun
Etymology
Origin of mise en place
First recorded in 1860–65; French: literally, “a putting in place”
Example Sentences
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It's one of the reasons I so love "mise en place."
From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2023
We obviously see how the cheftestants go about rushing around during the mise en place race, but what's that like on the back end?
From Salon ● Apr. 28, 2023
The best habit for cooking efficiently is having your mise en place ready.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 25, 2021
They’re cheap, lightweight and durable and are offered in an array of sizes that are great for holding your mise en place or tossing a large salad for your next dinner party.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 11, 2021
Well, since you asked, they are offered in an array of sizes that are great for holding your mise en place or tossing a large salad for your next dinner party.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 23, 2021
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