How to Sweat Aromatic Vegetables

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Place your cut vegetables

   They should not be more than a 1/4” (.6cm) deep in the pan.
   
   The best pan for sweating vegetables is a stainless steel skillet with deep sides and a glass cover for observing the sweating process.
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   Step 2: herbs and seasonings and your fat in a cold frying pan.

   , You want to keep the moisture and flavors released by the heat in the pan. ,, The vegetables should not fry and you should not hear a sizzle.
   
   If the pan sizzles, turn down the heat or remove the cover. , They should not brown or turn golden.
   
   Turn down the heat if you notice browning. ,, The time will vary with the type of vegetables and their size; the smaller the vegetable pieces, the quicker they will soften.
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   Step 3: Put the pan on the stove and turn the heat to low.

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   Step 4: Cover the pan.

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   Step 5: Using a spatula or a large spoon

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   Step 6: stir the vegetables frequently as they cook.

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   Step 7: Listen for a sizzle.

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   Step 8: Check your vegetables when you stir them if you do not use a glass cover.

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   Step 9: Add a teaspoon of extra fat to the pan if the vegetables stick to the pan.

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    Step 10: Cook the vegetables until they are very soft and translucent.

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