Au Jus Definition & Meaning

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    • au jus American [oh zhoos, oh joos, oh zhy] / oʊ ˈʒus, oʊ ˈdʒus, oʊ ˈʒü /

    adjective

    1. served in the natural juices that flow from the meat as it cooks.

    au jus British / o ʒy /

    adjective

    1. (of meat) served in its own gravy

    "Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

    Etymology

    Origin of au jus

    1915–20; < French: literally, with the gravy. See juice

    Example Sentences

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    There’s banh mi next to pupusas next to Thai street noodles next to roast beef au jus sandwiches.

    From Los Angeles Times

    Hilariously for something to be eaten in the dark, it came with au jus — luckily, a challenge best met while watching a movie you are happy to ignore.

    From Seattle Times

    Pour the juices from the bottom of the pan through a strainer, skim the fat off of the top, and use the remaining juice for your au jus.

    From Fox News

    This recipe from OrWhateverYouDo.com also gets a nice boost from the addition of a secret flavor weapon: au jus gravy mix.

    From Fox News

    Stein recommends the steak sandwich served au jus.

    From Washington Post

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