Roux Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
1 cups
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Calories
1021 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Roux Recipe
Description
The roux begins with melting unsalted butter in a pan over medium heat without allowing it to smoke. Flour is gradually whisked into the melted butter, creating a paste. Constant stirring ensures the flour cooks evenly and prevents lumps.
The cooking time determines the roux's color and flavor: a white roux cooks briefly to remain pale and mild, a blond roux is cooked longer to a light golden hue for a nuttier flavor, and a brown roux is cooked even more, reaching a rich brown color and deeper taste suitable for robust dishes.
After reaching the desired stage, the roux should be cooled slightly before incorporating it into liquid components, added gradually with stirring to thicken sauces evenly without lumps. This basic roux method is foundation for many culinary preparations requiring thickened, smooth textures.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 4 tablespoon flour
Instructions
- In a saucepan or skillet, melt the chosen fat over medium heat. The fat should be hot, but not smoking.
- Gradually sprinkle the flour into the hot fat while constantly stirring with a whisk or a wooden spoon.
- Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly. The roux will initially be a pale color, then gradually darken and change scents as it cooks. For white roux, cook for 2-3 minutes until it's pale and paste-like.For blond roux, cook for 5-7 minutes until it turns a light golden color.For brown roux, cook for 10-15 minutes or longer until it becomes a rich brown hue.
- Once your roux reaches the desired color, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before incorporating it into your recipe. Remember that hot roux will thicken your dish, so add it to your liquid components while stirring to prevent lumps.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1021 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1021kcal | 51% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 91g | 140% |
| Saturated Fat | 58g | 290% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Trans Fat | 4g | 200% |
| Cholesterol | 241mg | 80% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2799IU | 56% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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