Description
Cooking technique
Technical
In cooking, a glaze is a glossy, translucent coating applied to the outer surface of a dish by dipping, dripping, or using a brush. Depending on its nature and intended effect, a glaze may be applied before or after cooking. It may be either sweet or savory ; typical glazes include brushed egg whites, some types of icing, and jam, and may or may not include butter, sugar, milk, oil, and fruit or fruit juice.
Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
Wine Analogy
Late-harvest dessert wine glaze
Coffee Analogy
Caramel macchiato drizzle
Perfume Analogy
Gourmand fragrance with vanilla and caramel notes
Culinary Applications
Dietary
Molecular Pairing
Key Compounds Produced