How to Use sear in a Sentence
- The flames seared my skin.
- The steak was seared over a hot grill.
- The tree was seared by lightning.
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Briefly sear on each end and remove to a wire rack to cool.
— Gavin Kaysen, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2022 -
By the time Taylor stepped down from the bus, their battle lines had seared in the grass.
— Nate Atkins, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Aug. 2023 -
The spices form a charred crust when seared in a hot skillet or on the grill, hence the name blackened.
— Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 12 Feb. 2024 -
The only trick is to sear the caps in a hot oven to concentrate the juices and flavors.
— Star Tribune, 16 Dec. 2020 -
That means placing the darker side, the one that was 70% seared, face-down on the cutting board.
— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2023 -
The goal is to sear the outside of the pork without overcooking the inside.
— Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2022 -
Add the olive oil and sear the salmon fillets skin side down until the skin is browned and crispy, 2 to 5 minutes.
— Eric Kim, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2023 -
Place the collars skin-side down and sear them until the skin is golden and crispy.
— Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024 -
If there is a fat cap on the edge of the steak, start by searing that for 2 to 3 minutes until browned.
— Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024 -
He’s been asking for a kitchen torch to caramelize his homemade crème brûlée and sear his steak.
— Cnn Underscored Staff, CNN Underscored, 9 Dec. 2020 -
Once hot, sear the lamb on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
— Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 14 Apr. 2023 -
Add 4 slices ham and cook until seared on one side, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
— Christopher Michel, Country Living, 8 May 2023 -
A few minutes on the stovetop to make your ice cream base, blanch a few veggies or sear a steak?
— Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2022 -
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the beef is nicely seared.
— Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 28 June 2023 -
Having too much stuff in the wok can cause the ingredients to steam rather than sear.
— Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 20 July 2022 -
Then, season and sear your steak in a hot skillet for a few minutes on each side.
— Angela Watson, chicagotribune.com, 17 Mar. 2021 -
Then Darrell felt a blast of searing heat and a concussive thump at his back, and he was thrown to the ground.
— Ayelet Waldman, The New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2024 -
Turn over and sear on the other side until golden and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes.
— Kristen Hartke, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2020 -
Add the chicken, skin-side down and sear until well browned, about five minutes.
— Tanya Holland, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2022 -
Record heat seared the United States, China, Kuwait and beyond.
— David Gelles, New York Times, 19 Sep. 2023 -
Once hot, add the sausages and sear them on both sides until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
— Christian Reynoso, SFChronicle.com, 16 Oct. 2020 -
Using tongs, sear the meat until a brown crust forms on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
— Judy Revenaugh, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024 -
Place seasoned beef on heated grill or grill pan and sear on one side for 1 to 2 minutes.
— Mary G. Pepitone, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024 -
The fire and tragic death of your daughter has done more damage to your husband than sear his lungs.
— Abigail Van Buren, oregonlive, 10 Mar. 2022 -
As a teenager, one stylist even let a piping hot pressing comb sear her scalp.
— Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2023 -
That moment is seared in the memory of Steven Lepore, now 28.
— Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023 -
The shocking collapse of the 1.6-mile bridge, seared into the memories of the countless people who viewed video of the ship bearing down on the bridge, was described by officials as an accident.
— Thomas Fuller, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2024
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The lid can close on top of your food to give you a top sear.
— Chris Hachey, BGR, 30 Mar. 2021 -
Then, flip those patties over to the red-hot side for a sear.
— Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 28 June 2022 -
Spread the ground beef in an even layer in the pan to create a nice sear.
— Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2023 -
And the high heat creates distinct grill marks and a nice sear.
— Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2023 -
The fixings For meat, choose a cut that is tender and takes well to a fast sear.
— Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2023 -
As far as anyone knew, the sear wasn’t damaged on the RG .25 that Guy used.
— Jesse Barron, New York Times, 21 Nov. 2022 -
The set is easy to clean and offered an even sear while cooking.
— Tanya Edwards, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2023 -
The chicken was a little more blonde than brown with just a light sear.
— Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2022 -
The versatile pan can saute, fry, sear, bake, and more.
— Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2023 -
Place the salmon skin side down in the pan and sear until the skin is evenly brown and crispy, about 6 minutes.
— Paul Kita, Men's Health, 20 July 2022 -
In any case, the steaks should be cooked over the hot coals at some point to give it that signature crusty sear.
— Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 15 June 2020 -
Quickly sear shrimp in a slick of olive oil, then cut the heat and swirl in a hunk of garlic butter.
— Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 14 Oct. 2022 -
New cooks and people in tight quarters can use the 10-inch pan to braise, sear, steam, strain, boil, serve and store food.
— oregonlive, 13 Nov. 2020 -
Overall, during our salmon test, the fish had a nice sear to the skin and was perfectly crispy.
— Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2023 -
This cult-favorite cooking pan can be used to braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil.
— Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2022 -
Place the chicken skin side down into the pot and sear until golden brown.
— Karla Alindahao, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2023 -
After a quick sear and sauté, your favorite kitchen appliance will do most of the work.
— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023 -
The grill also reaches 450℉ for a nice sear on meats and vegetables.
— Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 11 July 2022 -
The striker is kept under constant spring tension by the sear.
— Tom Jackman, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2023 -
The two all-beef patties are cooked in smaller batches for a more uniform sear.
— Heather Haddon, WSJ, 30 Nov. 2023 -
There's nothing like cast iron for getting a good sear on fritters like this.
— Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 14 July 2023 -
Add 3 cabbage wedges and sear until dark brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
— Men's Health, 30 Aug. 2022 -
For a golden brown sear, ensure the pan is very hot and pat the scallops dry with a paper towel first.
— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023 -
Add up to ½ cup of chicken broth to keep the meat moist, or opt for a couple of tablespoons of butter or oil to give the ham a nice sear.
— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2023 -
Michael Mayo sear meats, fish and vegetables suspended just over the extreme heat of the coals, and in full view of the 100 or so diners.
— Sylvie Bigar, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022 -
For instance, with the hamburgers, there was a nice sear on one half of the burger but less browning on the other half.
— Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 30 Aug. 2023 -
In separate pan, sear meatballs in a little bit of olive oil.
— cleveland, 9 Jan. 2023 -
When the trigger is pressed, the sear rotates downward, releasing the striker and firing the gun.
— Tom Jackman, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2023 -
It’s designed with loop handles for easy maneuvering, two drip spouts to help drain grease, and high ridges to create the perfect sear lines.
— Amber C. Snider, Peoplemag, 28 Dec. 2023 -
With four heating elements that can simmer, sear, sauté, and boil, this slide-in oven from Bosch is a versatile option that’s great for home kitchens.
— Laura Denby, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2023
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