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reverse-sear

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To cook (a steak etc.) at low heat until the centre reaches the desired temperature, then cook the outside at high temperature to sear it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Topics: cooking, food, lifestyle

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Etymology

So called because it reverses the usual order of cooking.