Sear
/sɪr/verb
To burn the surface of something with sudden heat.
The chef seared the steak to lock in the flavor.
Often appears as...
- sear a steak
- sear on high heat
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Term
Used in cooking to describe when food, especially meat, is quickly cooked at a high temperature.
The recipe instructs to sear the chicken breasts on a hot pan.
Pro Tip 2/3Intense Heat
Implies that the heat is so intense that it is almost to the point of burning.
Be careful not to sear the vegetables instead of sautéeing them.
Pro Tip 3/3Sudden Action
The action is done quickly and without hesitation, usually only for a short period.
You only need to sear the fish for a minute on each side.
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