Brunoise
/bɹuˈnwɑz/ noun, verb
noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A very fine dice. A method of cutting vegetables, usually to the dimensions of 2 mm or less, by julienning and then cutting many times at a 90-degree angle to the julienne. countable, uncountable
"Grapefruit sorbet with brunoise of citrus fruits."
- 2 A mixture of leeks, celery, carrots and sometimes turnips chopped in this way. countable, uncountable
"(Brunoise Soup). — A clear gravy soup with finely minced carrots, turnips, leeks, and onions."
Verb
- 1 To cut (vegetables) very finely by julienning and then cutting many times at a 90-degree angle to the julienne. transitive
Example
More examples"Grapefruit sorbet with brunoise of citrus fruits."
Etymology
From French brunoise.