verb
poach
To cook gently in simmering liquid.
She poached the eggs in gently simmering water.
Etymology
The French cooking verb was associated especially with eggs. English broadened the technique-name to other foods cooked gently in hot liquid.
More examples
- The cook poaches the fish in seasoned broth.
- We served pears poached in syrup.
- Keep the liquid gentle while you poach the chicken.
Forms
poach · poaches · poached · poaching