Kitchen Lingo

A basic mirepoix consist of onions, carrots and celery but other aromatics can also be used such as; leeks, tomatoes, parsnips, garlic, mushrooms, and peppers. Check out some additional mirepoix below and see if you can fit them in your kitchen repertoire.

White Mirepoix
Used in white stocks and soups

• 2 parts onion or leeks
• 1 part celery root or hearts
• 1 part parsnips 

Asian Aromatics
Used in Asian stir fries, soups and sauces

• 2 parts ginger
• 2 parts garlic
• 1 part green onion

Cajun Trinity 
Used in Creole and Cajun dishes

• 2 parts onion
• 1 part green pepper
• 1 part celery