ravigotte
9.9
A smooth light sauce made with broth and butter, flavored with chopped herbs and capers
- noun
- /ˌrævɪˈɡɑt/
- Specialized
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ravigote
- The grilled fish was served with a tangy ravigotte sauce for extra flavor.
Examples
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In classic French cooking, ravigotte is often paired with cold meats or eggs.
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He garnished the vegetables with ravigotte to add a fresh, herbal taste.
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The chef prepared a delicious ravigotte to accompany the fish.
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Do you like ravigotte on your vegetables?
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He garnished the vegetables with ravigotte to add a fresh, herbal taste.
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In classic French cooking, ravigotte is often paired with cold meats or eggs.
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The grilled fish was served with a tangy ravigotte sauce for extra flavor.
Synonyms
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9.9
A tangy herb sauce served with meat, fish, or vegetables
is made specifically from a veloute base rather than a vinaigrette
Surface Forms
ravigotte singular
ravigottes plural
Etymology
Ravigotte comes from the French verb ravigoter, which means 'to enliven' or 'to revive'. The sauce is tangy and full of fresh herbs, so its name is a reminder that it 'revives' food by giving it a bright, lively taste.