How to make Roux
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5
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
521 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
How to make Roux
Description
The method involves melting ¼ cup salted butter over medium-high heat, then continuously stirring in ¼ cup flour with a wooden spoon or whisk. The mixture cooks for at least five minutes until it becomes smooth and attains a lightly golden color, indicating the flour is cooked without burning. This process ensures the roux thickens liquids properly and develops flavor without a raw taste.
A roux made this way can be mixed gradually with two to three cups of liquid, such as stock or milk, to create sauces or gravies of preferred consistency. Stirring frequently while adding the liquid slowly prevents lumps and achieves a smooth final texture.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter salted
- ¼ cup flour
Instructions
- Over medium high heat melt butter, use a wooden spoon or whisk to mix in flour, stirring constantly until smooth and lightly golden in color- at least 5 minutes of cooking time.
Notes
- The roux will thicken 2 to 3 cups of liquid; add liquids slowly while stirring to control consistency and avoid lumps.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 521 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 521kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 29g | 145% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 47mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1418IU | 28% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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