plural roux
ˈrüz 
: a cooked mixture of flour and fat used as a thickening agent in a soup or a sauce
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Scallions, garlic and red pepper flakes go in next, lending pep, before broth is added to thin the roux out into a gravy.
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
It’s simmered in a pot with shrimp, crab, smoky sausage and a secret blend of spices in a dark roux.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2026
The roux is what creates the thick, creamy structure the gratin needs.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 Jan. 2026
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then sprinkle in the flour and whisk to make a roux.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
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“Roux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roux. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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