Macerate
/ˈmæsəreɪt/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Usage
Often used in a culinary context to describe softening or flavor enhancement of ingredients through liquid. 
Let's macerate these strawberries in sugar and balsamic for the dessert.
Pro Tip 2/3Time-Dependent
The process takes time, from several hours to overnight, to achieve the desired effect. 
For best results, macerate the apricots in the syrup overnight.
Pro Tip 3/3Texture Change
Macerating can change the texture, making items more pliable or easier to combine with other ingredients. 
Macerate the peel in orange juice to soften it for the marmalade.
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BrewFermentImmerseInfuseMashSoakSoftenSteep
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