Roux
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United States
Known as an American recipe, with similar versions prepared across other nations.
Ingredients 3 ingredients
- 1/2 c Cooking Oil
- 1/2 c All Purpose Flour
- Roux
Contains
Gluten
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Cook safely
Keep children and pets away from the hob and the oven, and keep oven gloves and a lid within reach.
- Hot oil. Never put water on an oil fire: turn off the heat and cover the pan with a lid or a damp tea towel. Pat food dry before it goes into hot oil, and lower it in gently, away from you.
Method
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- 1. In a heavy skillet or 2 quart saucepan, stir together flour and cooking oil until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes then reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir about 10 minutes more until a reddish brown roux is formed. DARKER ROUX: 1. If you want a dark roux, prepare the roux as directed above, except cook and stir over medium heat about 15 minutes instead of 10 minutes or until a dark, reddish brown roux is formed.
Plating
Cookware for this recipe
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Frying pan
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Saucepan
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Wooden spoon