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Searing meat

Searing meat

'Searing' is cooking the surface of a piece of meat at a high temperature until well browned. This technique enhances the flavour of the meat, leaves a flavoursome sediment in the pan that can be de-glazed and used for gravy, and makes the joint much more visually appealing once roasted.

-Heat a little oil in a pan over a high heat until the oil is smoking.

-Add the meat and fry until golden-brown.

-Continue turning and cooking the meat until browned on all sides.

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Roast beef with Yorkshires Roast beef with Yorkshires

By Mike Robinson

Recipes using this technique

Main course

Skill level

Easy

Equipment you will need for this technique

  • Frying pan
  • Tongs

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