fricassee

verb

Definition of fricasseenext
as in to steam

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  1. steam
  2. braise
Verb
  • Ground meat almost immediately releases its own juices into a warm skillet, causing the meat to steam instead of sear.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Their crabs are steamed, frozen and packed into boxes to be shipped to Sri Lanka, where workers remove the meat by hand.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of steam
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  • Burnt Mouth Pizza, a new pop-up from longtime Orlando chef Julian De Garden, will braise your roof with its flavor, and foundation.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Known for its superior quality and vibrant colors, both professional chefs as well as home cooks — including Meghan Markle — use this classic pot for everything in their kitchens from braising to baking.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Definition of braise
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“Fricassee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fricassee. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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