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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

velveting

/ˈvɛlvɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does velveting mean?

verb

A cooking technique in which meat or seafood is coated with a mixture of egg whites, cornstarch, and seasonings before cooking, resulting in a tender and smooth texture.

Example

"The chef used velveting to prepare the chicken for the stir-fry, and it turned out incredibly tender."

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