How to Use caramelize in a Sentence

caramelize

verb
  • The onions will take five minutes to caramelize.
  • Caramelize two cups of sugar.
  • Continue stirring until the sugar caramelizes.
  • Over medium heat, caramelize onions in the marinade until onions are glossy.
    Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024
  • The dish consists of sauteed rice, caramelized onions, tomato paste, cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric topped with white flaky fish.
    Paul Feinstein, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
  • In a small saucepan, caramelize the onion in the olive oil over low heat.
    The Mercury News, 13 May 2017
  • The first is to caramelize the sugar before adding the fruit.
    New York Times, 28 July 2022
  • Here's a quick guide on how to slice, cook and caramelize onions.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 17 Dec. 2017
  • To caramelize the onions, bring pot to medium-high heat.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2022
  • Use the broiler or a blowtorch to caramelize the meringue.
    Tara Duggan, SFChronicle.com, 13 Sep. 2019
  • The peppers were caramelized and fleshy, and slicked with good olive oil.
    Melissa Clark, New York Times, 13 Oct. 2017
  • The casserole’s top is caramelized and toasty, and the center is creamy and soft.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 8 Aug. 2024
  • Flash with a kitchen/creme brulee torch flame to caramelize the sugar.
    Paris Wolfe, cleveland, 6 Dec. 2022
  • Cook 1 minute, stirring, to warm the spices and caramelize the tomato paste.
    Bryn Mooth, Cincinnati.com, 18 Oct. 2017
  • And for dessert, try grilling fruit—the heat causes the sugars to caramelize.
    Saveur Editors, Saveur, 30 July 2018
  • The fish will get more caramelized, but that’s also nice.
    Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 26 June 2018
  • In the oven’s high heat, the cubes condense and turn golden, and caramelize at their edges.
    Melissa Clark, New York Times, 12 Nov. 2021
  • Grill a couple of minutes on each side to caramelize the sauce and give the ribs grill marks.
    Nancy Stohs, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 29 May 2018
  • Bake until the squash is tender yet caramelized on the edges.
    Sami Sparber, Axios, 7 Sep. 2024
  • When oil is hot, sear the ribs until caramelized on each side.
    Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024
  • The sugar snaps and onions were caramelized and slightly charred.
    Melissa Clark, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2023
  • Most of that time is spent waiting for the egg mixture to caramelize.
    Deb Wandell, San Francisco Chronicle, 19 Mar. 2021
  • Add the gochujang and cook until the rice starts to caramelize and stick to the bottom of the pan, 1 to 2 minutes.
    Janelle Bitker, SFChronicle.com, 31 Dec. 2019
  • The grapes caramelize in the oven and add a subtle sweetness to the sauce, which is made from the juices and browned bits on the sheet pan.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
  • Return the fritters to the oven and broil for 2 to 4 minutes, until the glaze starts to caramelize the tops.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Any slower and the fruit will start to caramelize and taste darker and more, well, cooked.
    Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2021
  • That softened feel and caramelized flavor of the bananas make the cake for me.
    Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 12 Aug. 2024
  • The ribs appeared glossy, deep red, and well caramelized; the BBQ sauce was sticky and the meat was tender and moist.
    Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2023
  • Add the onion to the oil and cook until starting to brown and caramelize, about 15–20 minutes.
    Irina Groushevaia, Bon Appétit, 15 July 2021
  • This step caramelizes the meat, which builds flavor in the braising liquid and lends depth to the stew.
    Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2024

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