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Re:Why do recipe writers lie about how long it takes to cara... by TX0098812 on Sunday June 27, 2021 @03:50AM (#27649507)
Browning, unless we're talking about burning onions, is caramelisation. Just a small amount.
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Re:Why do recipe writers lie about how long it takes to cara... by dragonwriter on Sunday June 27, 2021 @04:05AM (#27649583)
> Browning, unless we’re talking about burning onions, is caramelisation

No, its not. Heck, even “caramelizing” onions mostly isn’t caramelization, its Maillard-reaction browning combined with slower cooking so that the cooking is more complete, retaining less of the firm texture.

https://www.thespruceeats.com/how-to-brown-onions-913397

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