Mirepoix Recipe
French · Condiment · 20 min total
Mirepoix is a classic French flavor base made from finely diced onions, carrots, and celery, gently cooked in butter to build depth in soups, stews, and sauces.
10
min prep
min prep
10
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
80
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Stir to coat with butter.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Do not let them brown.
- Remove from heat and use immediately in your recipe, or cool and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, substitute butter with olive oil or bacon fat.
- Mirepoix can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- The classic ratio is 2 parts onion, 1 part carrot, 1 part celery by weight.
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