Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bain-marie
noun
/ˌbeɪn məˈri/
Definition
A type of heated water bath used in cooking to maintain the temperature of food without direct contact with the heat source.
Examples
- The chef used a bain-marie to melt chocolate gently.
- We set the custard in a bain-marie to ensure it cooked evenly without curdling.
Meaning
The term bain-marie comes from the French language and translates to ‘Mary’s bath’. It is commonly used to gently heat ingredients or keep dishes warm.
Synonyms
- Water bath
- Double boiler
