en papillote
Steamed in paper
En papillote is a cooking method where food is sealed in a folded packet of parchment paper or foil and baked.
The packet traps steam, cooking the contents in their own juices: salmon en papillote with herbs and lemon.
The French phrase means "in paper"—the packet puffs dramatically and is typically opened at the table.
- cookingPreparing food with heat
- aromaticsScent-giving substances
- herbsPlants for seasoning
- parchmentTreated hide for manuscripts
- foil packetSealed metallic cooking envelope
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