braised; braising
: to cook slowly in fat and a small amount of liquid in a closed pot
Examples of braise in a Sentence
Verb
He braised the beef in a wine sauce.
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The Know, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Dinner is five courses for $55—think dishes like Esqueixada, Arroz Meloso with seared scallop, braised short rib with wild mushrooms and Apple Basque Cheesecake.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 21 Jan. 2026
Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
In the 1990s, Southerners were all about using Coca-Cola in everything from barbecue braises to sheet cakes.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
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Verb
When it’s slowly braised, the lean, mild bison becomes fork-tender; hominy brings substance and a subtly sweet, nutty corn flavor.
—The Know, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Dinner is five courses for $55—think dishes like Esqueixada, Arroz Meloso with seared scallop, braised short rib with wild mushrooms and Apple Basque Cheesecake.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
With the ability to fry, braise, sear, steam, sauté, and boil all within one pot, this Dutch oven can replace a variety of cookware and is indispensable in the kitchen.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
In the 1990s, Southerners were all about using Coca-Cola in everything from barbecue braises to sheet cakes.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
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“Braise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/braise. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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