Classic Roux Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Flour | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Butter | 1 Tablespoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 41 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3 g4.7%
Saturated Fat 1.9 g9.7%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 8.1 mg2.7%
Sodium 0.49 mg0.02%
Total Carbohydrates 3 g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.41%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 0.42 g0.84%
Vitamin A 1.9% Vitamin C
Calcium 0.1% Iron 0.97%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1 In a pan, add the butter.
2 Add in the flour, stirring constantly until well blended.
SERVING
3 Use the roux as a thickening agent.
TIP
Pour in half and half to prepare the classic bechamel sauce.
You can also use chicken drippings for added flavor.
Editors Review
The best way to prepare the classic bechamel sauce is to get your roux absolutely right. This video demonstrates a step wise procedure to prepare the perfect roux. Use it as a thickening agent in your soups and curries or use it to prepare the classic sauces.Chef
