Saute

usgb/səʊˈteɪ/
verb

To cook food quickly in a small amount of hot fat.

He sauteed the chicken in olive oil before adding the vegetables.
Visual representation of "saute" - To cook food quickly in a small amount of hot fat.

Often appears as...

  • saute cloves of garlic
  • saute until golden
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Visual representation of "saute"
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Quick Technique

Saute means cooking food rapidly; it doesn't suit slow-cooked dishes.

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While making stir-fry, saute vegetables quickly to keep them crisp.
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Heat Level

Sauteing requires moderate to high heat to ensure proper cooking.

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Saute the onions over high heat until they're translucent.
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Minimal Fat

Using too much fat can turn sauteing into deep frying.

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Just a tablespoon of butter is enough to saute these mushrooms.
Visual representation of the word "Saute"

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