Definition

Cooked by frying in oil while under pressure, resulting in a crispy exterior and moist interior.

Example

The restaurant is famous for its broasted chicken, which is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

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Conversation

Have you ever tried broasted chicken before?

Yes, I love how juicy it is!

I heard it's fried under pressure, which makes it unique.

Exactly! That's what gives it that amazing flavor.

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Root Explanation

Broasted is a portmanteau of 'broil' (from Old French *bruler*, meaning to burn or grill) and 'roast' (from Old English *rostian*, meaning to cook by dry heat). The term refers to a cooking method that combines both broiling and roasting techniques.

Memory Tip

Think of cooking methods that involve both 'grilling' ('broil') and 'dry heat' ('roast') to remember that 'broasted' describes a unique way of cooking.

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