MODULE 6.2 SAUCES Flashcards
Unifying component of a dish
Sauce
Consistency of a liquid that thinly coats the back of a spoon
Nappe
Three key ingredients to a sauce
liquid, flavoring components, thickening agents
Primary thickening agent that is often combined with fat
Flour
Double thickening power compared to flour
Cornstarch
Equal parts cool liquid and starch
Slurry
Equal amounts of flour and fat
Roux
Three types of roux
White, blonde, brown
Faint aroma of freshly basked bread and used for white sauces when no colour is desired
White roux
Slightly golden or tan colour, aroma of a fresh popcorn. Sauced made with white chicken stock
Blonde roux
Deep brown colour, rich beef stock roux
Brown roux
With HOT roux, use ____ stock
cold or room temp
With ROOM TEMP / colder roux, use ___
HOT
Kneading equal amount of flour and butter
Beurre Manie’
Mixture of egg yolks and cream
Liaison
Composed of a flavorful liquid, thickening agent, and other flavorings/seasonings
Classical sauces
Thickening milk, white roux, onion piquet, nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Silky and smooth nappe consistency with a mild taste of onion
Bechamel
White stock + blonde roux
Veloute
Brown stock + brown roux, tomato puree, caramelized mirepoix, sachet d’espices. rich savory flavour
Espagnole
Tomato-based sauce
Tomato sauce
Egg yolks, butter, emulsification, vinegar, lemon juice
Hollandaise