sear

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In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil and sear the ribs evenly, making sure they’re nice and brown on all sides, before transferring them to a plate.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

“I can still put your sear marks on your steak or burger with an infrared grill that’s fully electric,” said Langerud.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

The subtle highs and lows create ridges, which sear, and recessed pockets that promote airflow and deter sticking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

While even induction cooking can cause air pollution—anything you sear enough to smell delicious, for example, is probably releasing unhealthy particulate matter—I don’t worry about that too much with the induction burner.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2024

We had other connections, too....I haven’t sear her from that day to this, but she’ll remember.”

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman