Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flambe

Verb

/flɑːmˈbeɪ/

Definition

To cook food with a splash of alcohol that is ignited, creating a burst of flames.

Examples

After preparing the dessert, the chef decided to flambé it with brandy for a stunning presentation.
They enjoyed a delicious flambéed chicken at the French restaurant.
In the cooking class, we learned how to flambé fruits in a pan with rum.

Meaning

The term ‘flambe’ comes from the French word ‘flamber’, which means ‘to flame’. It’s a cooking technique that adds a dramatic flair to dishes by igniting alcohol, enhancing the flavors and presentations of the food.