How to Pronounce "roux"
word
ˈɹu
ROO
ɹˈuː
roo
Definition
A mixture of flour and fat, usually butter, cooked together and used as a base to thicken sauces and soups.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹu
British English
ɹˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROO
UK
roo
Listen in Context
A white roux is used for béchamel sauce.
To make gumbo, start with a dark roux.
Heat butter and flour to create a roux.
You need to whisk the roux constantly, or it will burn.