Stovetop Cooking Techniques — Uygulama Modu

Sweat the Onion

Cook the onion over low to medium heat until it softens and releases its moisture without browning.

6 min Low to medium The onion is soft and translucent, with no change in color.

Sear the Meat

Sauté the meat in a little oil over high heat until browned on all sides, then remove it from the pot.

5 min High The meat is dark brown on all sides, and browned bits (fond) have formed on the bottom of the pot. Watch out for splattering hot oil.

Deglaze the Pot

While the pot is hot, add a little liquid and scrape the bottom with a spoon to mix in the browned bits.

2 min Medium The bottom of the pot is clean, and the liquid has darkened.

Return the Meat and Simmer

Return the seared meat to the pot, add liquid, cover, and cook over low heat for a long time.

90 min Low The meat is tender enough to fall apart easily with a fork.

Check the Pot Size

Choose a pot that comfortably holds the ingredients without leaving too much empty space.

1 min The ingredients fit in the pot without being crowded or leaving too much empty space.