zested

Meanings

• Verb

  To prepare a food by removing the outer layer of a citrus fruit using a grater or zester, in order to release the essential oils and flavors.

  - "I zest the orange before juicing it."
  - "She zests the lemon for her dessert."

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Rhymes

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mested , rested , chestned

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Variants

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jest , jested , jesting , jests , surely you jest

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'estreigner', meaning 'to squeeze'. The action of zesting involves both grating the outer layer of a citrus fruit and releasing its essential oils, which is similar to the squeezing action.

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Trivia

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1. Zesting is not only used for citrus fruits, but also for other fruits and vegetables like ginger, chocolate, and garlic.

2. The essential oils in citrus zest are volatile, meaning they evaporate quickly when exposed to air. Therefore, it is important to use a microplane zester or a citrus zester with fine holes to capture as much of the oils as possible.

3. The zest of different citrus fruits has distinct flavors and aromas. For example, the zest of a lemon is tart and sour, while the zest of an orange is sweet and citrusy.

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Related Concepts

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1. Citrus zest: The outer layer of a citrus fruit that is rich in essential oils and flavors, which is obtained by zesting.

2. Microplane zester: A type of zester that uses fine, sharp blades to grate the zest into thin, delicate pieces.

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Culture

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Zesting is a common culinary technique used to add flavor and aroma to dishes, particularly in Mediterranean and European cuisines. It is often used in baking and desserts, as well as in savory dishes like fish and meat dishes.

How to Memorize "zested"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine holding a citrus fruit in one hand and using a zester or grater in the other hand to remove the outer layer of the fruit, releasing the fragrant oils and flavors.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'zest' with the taste and aroma of citrus fruits, as well as with the act of preparing and cooking food.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Zip Up Your Citrus' to remember the order of zesting: Zest first, then Inspect for seeds, Pare the fruit, and Ultimately juice it.

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