STEWED Meaning and
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Stewed is an adjective that describes a method of cooking where ingredients are slow-cooked in a liquid, typically over low heat. This method often involves combining various ingredients, such as meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables, in a pot or casserole dish with a flavorful liquid, which can be broth, stock, wine, or water. The pot is then covered, and the ingredients are allowed to simmer gently until they become tender and flavors meld together.
The slow cooking process of stewing allows the ingredients to break down slowly, resulting in tender and flavorful dishes. The combination of long cooking times and the liquid helps to infuse each ingredient with the flavors of the others, creating a harmonious blend. The liquid used for stewing usually becomes a rich and savory sauce that coats the ingredients. This cooking technique is ideal for tougher cuts of meat, as the slow cooking helps to break down the connective tissues and make them more tender.
Stewed dishes are known for being hearty, comforting, and full of depth. They often have a thick and rich consistency due to the breakdown of ingredients during the cooking process. Stews can be prepared with a wide array of ingredients, resulting in numerous variations based on different culinary traditions. Some popular examples include beef stew, chicken stew, vegetable stew, and fish stew. Stewed dishes are usually enjoyed as main courses, and they are often served with bread, rice, or potatoes to soak up the flavorful sauce.
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Etymology of STEWED
The word stewed originates from the Middle English stywen, which is derived from the Old French estuver. This comes from the Latin word extufare, where ex- means out and tufare means to heat. Ultimately, the Latin term is believed to have come from the Greek word typhoo, meaning to smoke, to steam, or to cook. Over time, stywen transformed into stewen in Middle English and eventually became the modern-day stewed.
Idioms with the word STEWED
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stewed to the gills
The idiom "stewed to the gills" typically means to be extremely drunk or intoxicated. It suggests a state of being completely inebriated, often to the point of being unable to function properly.
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stewed to the ears
The idiom "stewed to the ears" means being extremely drunk or intoxicated.
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half-stewed
The idiom "half-stewed" is used to describe someone who is slightly drunk or intoxicated. It implies that the person is not fully drunk but has consumed enough alcohol to impair their judgment or behavior.
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