It is a brief process performed to burn off the alcohol in a spirit or wine When done properly, the harshness of the raw alcohol disappears in the blue flames, leaving behind an assertive yet smooth flavor (Incidentally, to correct a common misconception, not all the alcohol burns off ) Flaming also adds flavor when deglazing a pan after meat or poultry has been sauteed over high heat A residue of meat drippings remains caramelized in the pan The cook flames the food over low heat, which also burns off some grease, then adds a warm liquid such as wine, broth, or water and scrapes the bottom of the pan The residue colors and flavors the liquid, which then is used in a sauce
flambe, (Cooking) served in a liquor that is set aflame (especially a dessert), flambé, drench food in liquor and light it before serving as to give the flavor of the liquor to the food
Masa önünde misafirlerin karşısında hazırlanan alevli yemek veya tatlılara verilen addır. Örneğin bazı krepler hazırlanırken son anda krebin üzerine alkol dökülerek tava alevlendirilir. Böylece hem sıcak bir tatlı, hem de gösterişli bir çeşit elde edilmiş olur