Saute (Verb)
Meaning
Fry briefly over high heat; "saute the onions".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Saute the mushrooms in butter until they are tender and lightly browned.
- She carefully sauteed the shrimp before adding the garlic to prevent burning.
- Saute the chopped onions and carrots in olive oil for three to four minutes.
- To make this dish, saute the spinach with minced garlic and lemon juice.
- The chef will saute the sliced chicken in a hot pan before finishing it in the oven.