What does braised mean on a menu?
Braised
Browned, then cooked slowly in a little liquid (wine, stock, beer) in a covered pot until very tender.
What it does to the food
Fall-apart soft and deeply savory, soaked in its own rich sauce. Best with tough cuts that need time.
Where you’ll see it
Short ribs, pork shoulder, lamb shank, beef cheeks and greens at bistros, Italian spots and comfort food places.
Related words
- red-braised
- confit
- short rib