Meringue: meaning, definitions and examples
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meringue
[ mษหrรฆล ]
culinary dessert
Meringue is a type of dessert or topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar, often with an acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. The mixture is beaten until stiff peaks form and then baked or dried at a low temperature. Meringue can be used as a base for pies, as a topping for cakes, or eaten alone as a sweet treat. It comes in several forms, including French, Swiss, and Italian meringues, each varying by preparation method.
Synonyms
sugar foam, sweet foam, whipped egg whites
Examples of usage
- I topped my lemon pie with a fluffy meringue.
- The chef demonstrated how to make Swiss meringue.
- For the perfect Pavlova, you need to whip the meringue until glossy.
- Meringue cookies are a light and crispy delight.
Translations
Translations of the word "meringue" in other languages:
๐ต๐น merengue
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเฅเคฐเคฟเคเคเฅเคฏเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Baiser
๐ฎ๐ฉ meringue
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะตะทะต
๐ต๐ฑ beza
๐ฏ๐ต ใกใฌใณใฒ
๐ซ๐ท meringue
๐ช๐ธ merengue
๐น๐ท mereng
๐ฐ๐ท ๋จธ๋ญ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฑูุบ
๐จ๐ฟ snรญh
๐ธ๐ฐ snehovรก
๐จ๐ณ ่็ฝ้
๐ธ๐ฎ beljakovinski sneลพak
๐ฎ๐ธ merengue
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะตัะตะฝะณะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ merinq
๐ฒ๐ฝ merengue
Etymology
The word 'meringue' is believed to have originated from the French word 'meringue,' which is thought to be derived from the German 'megen,' meaning 'to stir.' The dessert is thought to have gained popularity in Switzerland in the 18th century. Its fame spread through France, where it became a staple in the patisserie. The technique of whipping egg whites and sugar to create an airy texture dates back to ancient times, with various cultures having their versions of meringue-like confections. The use of meringue in desserts became widely adopted, especially in pastries and cakes. The distinction between different types of meringueโFrench, Swiss, and Italianโdeveloped due to the variations in preparation methods. Today, meringue is celebrated for its versatility and light, airy texture, and remains a favorite component in diverse desserts worldwide.