CEFR B2

basting

noun/verb

Meaning

Moistening food during cooking by pouring or brushing it with melted fat, pan drippings, or a sauce to prevent drying.

Basting the chicken every twenty minutes ensures the skin turns golden and crispy.
He spent the afternoon basting the brisket to maintain its tenderness.

Synonyms: moistening, brushing, glazing, anointing

noun/verb

Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪstɪŋ/

Moistening food during cooking by pouring or brushing it with melted fat, pan drippings, or a sauce to prevent drying.

Basting the chicken every twenty minutes ensures the skin turns golden and crispy.
He spent the afternoon basting the brisket to maintain its tenderness.
The recipe calls for frequent basting with a mixture of honey and soy sauce.

basting with (prepositional phrase): using a specific liquid to moisten food — "Start basting with the pan juices after the first hour."

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