basting
Meaning
The act of moistening food, especially meat, while it is cooking, usually with fat, broth, or its own juices. (রন্ধনকলা বা রান্নার সময় খাবারকে তরল দিয়ে ভেজান)
Pronunciation
বেইস্টিং (bē'isṭiṅ)
Synonyms
moistening, sopping, damping, bathing, saturating, spooning, basting sauce, glazing
Synonyms
The chef is moistening the turkey with broth.
She is sopping the bread in the sauce.
Damping the vegetables will enhance their flavor.
Bathing the ribs in marinade adds delicious flavor.
Saturating the steak in garlic butter is essential.
Spoon the juice over the chicken for flavor.
The basting sauce made the roast more flavorful.
Glazing the ham gives it a shiny appearance.
Antonyms
Drying out the meat can make it tough.
Dehydrating the food will lead to loss of taste.
Burning the meat can ruin your dish.
Parching the herbs can reduce their flavor.
Scorching the dish can affect the overall taste.
Overcooking can lead to dry flavorless meat.
Don't let the sauce cool down before basting.
Freezing can remove all the moisture from food.
Phrases
Use a basting brush for even coating.
Don't forget to baste the chicken while roasting.
Mastering the basting technique is essential for juicy meat.
Prepare the basting liquid ahead of time.
Calculate the basting time for a perfect roast.