Conched

/ˈkɒntʃt/ adjective

Definition

Having been processed in a conche machine; (of chocolate) refined and smoothed through the conching process.

Etymology

Past participle of 'conche', derived from Spanish 'concha'. Used in chocolate manufacturing and culinary contexts.

Kelly Says

When chocolate makers say chocolate is 'conched,' they mean it's had the royal treatment—machines have been working it for hours until all the particles are so tiny and the cocoa butter is so well-distributed that your tongue can't feel any graininess.

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