Question

What does mirepoix refer to? A. a mix of two different stocks B. a combination of different meats C. a combination of different vegetables D. a combination two different soups E. an emulsion of egg yolks

Answer 1

C

Step-by-step explanation:

A combination of different vegetables

A is a flavor base made from cooked, diced vegetables (onions, celery and carrots mainly), usually with butter, oil, or other fat, for a long time on a low heat without coloring or browning, as further cooking, often with the addition of tomato purée, creates a darkened brown mixture called pincage (French: pinçage). The intention is to sweeten the ingredients rather than caramelize them. It is a long-standing cooking technique in French cuisine.

Answer 2

Answer: C. a combination of different vegetables

Explanation: MIREPOIX, is a popular delicacy in France, it is a flavor base combination of onion, carrot and celery( low calorie vegetables) usually cut to the same size. It is prepared in ratio 2 to 1 for onion:celery and carrot. It contains more of vegetables as onion and celery form the major part of the meal, it is usually added some small quantities of butter or oil and allowed to cook under low or medium temperature, this is mainly to prevent it from turning brown.