ichidan verb, transitive verb
boil down; simmer until the liquid is absorbed
Used in cooking when ingredients are simmered in seasoned broth until the liquid reduces and flavors are absorbed. Often used for vegetables, tofu, or fish.
大根をだし汁で煮染める。
Simmer the daikon radish in broth until the liquid is absorbed.
こんにゃくを甘辛く煮染めた。
I simmered the konjac in a sweet and savory sauce until the flavors soaked in.