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pan-fry

[pan-frahy, -frahy] / ˈpænˈfraɪ, -ˌfraɪ /


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Quail is wonderfully versatile — pan-fry it, grill it, roast it, even braise it if you’re feeling cozy.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

And finally, we pan-fry the patties until browned and crisp.

From Washington Times • May 25, 2023

As the mixture bubbles up, allow the gnocchi to pan-fry until the exteriors are crispy.

From Salon • Sep. 1, 2022

Form into patties, salt and pepper the outsides, and pan-fry until browned and cooked through.

From Washington Post • Feb. 11, 2022

Americans like to grill or pan-fry fish, for example, while people in China often boil it in a hot pot.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 12, 2021



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