MICROWAVE ROUX
Many Cajun recipes start with the dreaded words "first make a roux" which bring terror to the hearts of many cooks. This recipe will relegate this fear to the past and you can surprise yourself as to how easy it is to make a roux. Be sure to use the 4 cup glass measuring cup as directed. The contents of the measuring cup will be VERY HOT so take care when handling.
Provided by Dan-Amer 1
Categories Onions
Time 32m
Yield 1 batch roux
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together until well-blended the oil and the flour in a 4 cup glass measuring cup. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 6-7 minutes. Stir after 6 minutes. The roux should be light brown and VERY HOT!
- Add the onions, celery, and green pepper, stir in, and microwave, uncovered, for 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic, parsley and green onion tops, stir in and microwave for 2 minutes. If any oil comes to the surface CAREFULLY pour it off.
- Slowly add enough hot water to bring up to the 4 cup mark and stir in well.
- The roux is now ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1771.8, Fat 145.7, SaturatedFat 20.2, Sodium 112.8, Carbohydrate 109.2, Fiber 11, Sugar 18.4, Protein 14.6
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