Cornstarch Slurry

A cornstarch slurry is a mixture of cornstarch and cold liquid, usually water, used to thicken sauces and soups. When added to a hot liquid, the cornstarch granules swell and form a gel-like consistency, increasing the liquid's viscosity without altering its flavor significantly. It's a common culinary technique to achieve a smooth, glossy, and well-thickened sauce or soup. Typically, equal parts cornstarch and cold water are combined first, then stirred into the hot mixture, allowing it to cook briefly until the desired thickness is reached.