Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flambar
verb
/flæmˈbɑr/
Definition
To ignite food or drink with alcohol to enhance flavor.
Examples
- At the restaurant, they like to flambar the bananas before serving.
- She decided to flambar the dessert to impress her guests.
- He learned how to flambar steak from a professional chef.
Meaning
Flambar is a cooking technique where alcohol, such as rum or brandy, is set on fire and poured over food to create a caramelized flavor and dramatic presentation.
Synonyms
- ignite
- flame
- burn