In cooking, reduction is the process of thickening and intensifying the flavor of a liquid mixture such as a soup, sauce, wine, or juice by simmering or boiling
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Umami | Rich, savory taste resulting from the breakdown of proteins in the meat |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Contains proteins from the lamb bones and meat |
Micronutrients | Provides minerals like iron, zinc, and calcium from the bones | |
Color | Maillard Reaction | Develops a deep brown color from browning the lamb bones before simmering |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Releases aromatic compounds from the herbs and vegetables used in the stock |
Cooking Behavior | Water Retention | Retains moisture from the simmering process |
Heat Conductivity | Heats evenly to extract flavors from the ingredients |
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