Best 4 White Roux Recipes
In the realm of culinary artistry, few techniques hold as much significance as the preparation of a roux. A roux, a foundational element in many sauces and stews, serves as a thickening agent, adding a velvety texture and rich flavor to dishes worldwide. This article delves into the art of crafting a white roux, a versatile base for various culinary creations. We present three distinct recipes, each tailored to specific dietary needs and preferences: a classic white roux using butter and all-purpose flour, a gluten-free variation employing almond flour, and a vegan alternative utilizing olive oil and tapioca flour. Whether you seek a traditional roux or a specialized option catering to dietary restrictions, this comprehensive guide equips you with the knowledge and techniques to elevate your culinary repertoire.
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WHITE ROUX
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 5m
Yield Enough roux to thicken 1 pint
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Heat fat or over medium high heat. Add flour all at once whisking vigorously. When mixture thins and starts to bubble, reduce heat to low and cut back on the whisking. Cook until you smell a toasty aroma then cook 2 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
- Roux can be used immediately to thicken a liquid that is at or below room temperature. To thicken a hot liquid, allow roux to cool to room temperature, or refrigerate.
- Tightly wrapped, roux can be refrigerated for up to a month. Simply break off pieces and use as needed.
THICK , RICH GLUTEN-FREE, DAIRY-FREE ROUX/WHITE SAUCE
I'm staying away from wheat, but wanted a nice white sauce. All the others I have seen were thin or too sweet. This one is rich, creamy, and has a great flavor. Replaces white sauce in casseroles and tetrazzinis. Can be used as a base for cream of mushroom soup, too. Add spices you want to create the flavor you need. All spices listed are optional--I use this as the sauce for my chicken and rice bake.
Provided by BigFatMomma
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Note: The rice flour you usually find is rather gritty (Arrowhead Mills, etc), so it is best to get your rice flour at an Asian market, where you can find powdered rice flour--it has the same feel as cornstarch.
- In a small bowl, mix flours and potato starch with a fork until mixed together.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt margarine with oil over medium heat.
- Whisk flour mixture into oil/butter mixture until it forms a paste.
- Whisk in chicken stock and rice milk.
- Add spices and Worcestershire.
- Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until thick.
- If too thick, add more rice milk.
- If too thin, mix 1 tsp of (the garbanzo flour thickens better, but has a stronger taste) more flour with 1 T of cold water, and then stir into the sauce.
- Repeat if necessary.
ASIAN WATER ROUX WHITE BREAD
Secret to homemade bread that will stay soft for days! If you enjoy the silky, cotton-soft but expensive loaves from Chinese bakeries, then you will love these! My kids can't rave enough about them. It might be more work than the usual white bread, but trust me, this is so worth it! Water roux works best refrigerated overnight; however, if you don't want to wait, make sure it's room temperature when you add it to the dough! The dough is quite moist to work with. It is easier to do the kneading in a mixer.
Provided by Jessica Choi
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes
Time 10h50m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the water roux, bring 1/2 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan, and stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar and the butter, mixing to dissolve the sugar. Place 1 cup of flour in a heatproof bowl, pour the boiling liquid over the flour, and whisk it well to remove lumps and transform the flour into smooth paste. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, bring the water roux to room temperature. In the work bowl of an electric stand mixer, stir the yeast with 3/4 cup of warm water, and let it stand until a creamy layer of foam forms on the surface, 5 to 10 minutes. Add 3 cups of flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, dry milk powder, salt, and egg. Scoop all the water roux by spoonfuls into the mixing bowl, and let the machine knead the dough on low speed to thoroughly combine the ingredients, about 2 minutes. Increase the mixer speed to medium and knead until the dough is soft and smooth, about 8 more minutes.
- Turn the dough out into a greased bowl, cover lightly with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch down the dough.
- Grease 2 8x4 inch loaf pans.
- Working on a floured surface, cut the dough in half, and form each half into a loaf shape. Place the dough in the prepared loaf pans, cover lightly with a cloth, and let rise until doubled, about 1 more hour.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the loaves in the preheated oven until the tops are lightly golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove the bread from the pans, and brush loaves with melted butter while still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 146.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
KITTENCAL'S WHITE SAUCE/ROUX
This is a basic white sauce or roux and can be used in so many different recipes, the thickness of the sauce depends on the proportion of flour and butter --- for a *thin* sauce decrease butter and flour to 2 tablespoons, for a *thick* sauce increase butter and flour to 5 tablespoons the amounts may be reduced to half for 1 cup.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Sauces
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- For stovetop; melt butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
- Add in flour stirring/whisking constantly for 1 minute.
- Slowly add in cream or milk stirring/whisking constantly until bubbly and thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- For microwave; place butter into a 6 to 8-cup liquid Pyrex measuring cup.
- Microwave on HIGH for 45 seconds or until thickened.
- Add in flour stirring until smooth.
- Gradually add in cream or milk; stir/whisk well.
- Return to microwave and cook on HIGH for about 4 minutes or until thickened and bubbly (stirring after 2 minutes and then at 1 minute intervals).
- Stir in salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat use immediately, or to cool the sauce for later use, cover the sauce directly with wax paper to prevent a skin from forming.
- VARIATIONS;.
- Veloute sauce; substitute 2 cups chicken or beef broth for the cream.
- For cheese sauce; stir in 2 cups old cheddar cheese and 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard with the salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the roux. Use unsalted butter and all-purpose flour.
- Cook the roux slowly and evenly: Don't rush the process. Cook the roux over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches the desired color.
- Be careful not to burn the roux: If the roux starts to smoke, remove it from the heat immediately. A burnt roux will ruin the taste of your dish.
- Use the right amount of roux: The amount of roux you need will depend on the recipe and the thickness you desire. A good rule of thumb is to use 1 tablespoon of roux for every cup of liquid.
- Store the roux properly: Leftover roux can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze the roux for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
The white roux is a versatile ingredient that can be used to thicken sauces, stews, and soups. It is also a key ingredient in many classic dishes, such as macaroni and cheese and béchamel sauce. By following these tips, you can make a perfect white roux that will enhance the flavor of your dishes.
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