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Mirepoix

Mirepoix lends a rich aroma to dishes as well as a subtle but distinct depth of flavor that creates a taste that is just undeniably amazing.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 166 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 talk of celery
  • 2 Tablespoons of oil (I use sunflower or olive oil)

Instructions

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  1. Dice the vegetables.
  2. Add to skillet and sauté in oil on medium heat until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add to your soup, entree, etc.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the veggies! Again the goal is to sweat them, not brown them. Do not use more than medium heat and stir constantly.
  • Be mindful of the ratio. We used equal parts of the three ingredients, but the standard French technique is 2:1:1 – 2 onions, 1 celery, and 1 carrot. It would always depend on your preference or the recipe you are making.
  • As the carrots simmer, they get sweeter. If you’re using an extra-large carrot, you might want to use only one or half to avoid overpowering your dish with its flavor.
  • When making a bigger batch, the pot should be wide with relatively high edges, so the vegetables are easy to stir, eliminating the risk of burning the Mirepoix.
  • Add the vegetables in the correct order. Diced carrots should come first as they are the toughest of the veggies, followed by onion, and lastly, the celery.
  • An alternative is adding tomato paste or puree to amp your Mirepoix, especially for brown sauces or gravies.  This is called pinçage.

Nutrition Information

Calories 166kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Sodium 24mg (1%) Potassium 208mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 5099IU (102%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166

% Daily Value*

Calories 166kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 24mg 1%
Potassium 208mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 5099IU 102%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.