espagnole

[ es-puhn-yohl, -pan-; French e-spa-nyawl ]

noun

1. brown sauce.

Word History and Origins

Origin of espagnole¹

1835–45; < French: literally, Spanish

Example Sentences

Dudamel used Ravel’s exquisite interplay of instrumental timbres to enliven the moods of “Rapsodie Espagnole,” which opened the concert.

From New York Times

Others — including velouté and espagnole — are less well-known, but just as important.

From Salon

Dustin goes the simple, yet challenging route, with a New York strip and espagnole sauce.

From Salon

He admits that he hasn't previously made espagnole, which isn't a terribly challenging sauce.

From Salon

Of the five mother sauces that culinary school hopefuls memorize, at least three are based on fond and the technique known as deglazing — these include velouté, espagnole, and sauce tomate.

From Salon