En papillote is a French cooking technique that involves steaming food in parchment paper in the oven. It works best on thin, quick-cooking foods that can absorb flavors from added liquids and herbs. Fish is a popular choice, and the package is sealed tightly before cooking. Foil can be used instead of parchment paper, but […]
En papillote is a French cooking method where food is steamed in a parchment paper bag, aluminum foil, or paper bag. It is low in fat, adds flavor, and can be used for poultry, fish, and vegetables. Other cultures have similar methods, such as Latin American tamales and Indonesian otak-otak. En papillote is a French […]