Brunoise

//bɹuˈnwɑz// noun, verb

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 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. 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. 1
    To cut (vegetables) very finely by julienning and then cutting many times at a 90-degree angle to the julienne. transitive

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Example

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"Grapefruit sorbet with brunoise of citrus fruits."

Etymology

From French brunoise.

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