Description
Discover the flavorful world of French mirepoix, a trio of aromatic vegetables that forms the base of many classic dishes in French cuisine. Learn how to make it, freeze it, and use it in a variety of mouthwatering recipes!
Ingredients
1 medium onion (2 parts)
1 large carrot (1 part)
2 celery ribs (1 part)
1 - 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
1. Prepare Vegetables - Wash and peel the carrots, trim the ends of the celery, and peel the onions.
2. Chop Vegetables - Cut onions, carrots, and celery to match your recipe's requirements. (Use smaller cuts for sautéed dishes, medium for soups and stews, and larger cuts for stocks and broths.)
3. Sauté Vegetables - Melt butter in a pot, sauté pan or skillet over medium-low heat. Add the vegetables, lower the heat to prevent browning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, more or less 10 minutes. (Low and slow is the name of the game here! This slow-cooking process allows the flavors to develop fully.)
- Prep Time: 5 - 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Basics
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1.6 g
- Sodium: 26.6 mg
- Fat: 3.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 10.2 mg