Instructions: Velveting is used to prevent delicate foods like chicken breasts from overcooking. The food is coated with a mixture of unbeaten egg white cornflour and sometimes salt. It is then put into the refrigerator for about 20 to 30 minutes to ensure that the coating adheres to the food. This protects the flavour and texture of the food when it is put into oil or hot water

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