glasiert

Glasiert is a German term used as an adjective and the past participle of the verb glasieren. It describes a surface that has been coated with glaze and fired or allowed to set, resulting in a glassy, smooth finish. The glaze is a vitreous coating that can alter color, texture, and impermeability.

In ceramics and pottery, glasiert means that a ceramic object has been coated with glaze before firing. The glaze forms a glass-like surface after firing, providing color, gloss, and protection. Glazes vary in composition and may be transparent, translucent, opaque, glossy, or matte. The glaze layer can affect durability, resistance to moisture, and the appearance of the ceramic piece. Techniques include underglaze and overglaze applications, as well as different firing temperatures.

In culinary contexts, glasiert describes foods finished with a glaze. This can be a sweet sugar glaze for pastries and fruit or a savory glaze for meats and vegetables. A glaze adds shine, flavor, and a sometimes sticky, caramelized surface. Common examples include glasiertes Obst (glazed fruit), glasiertes Gebäck (glazed pastries), and meats or fish prepared with a glaze or sauce that creates a glossy coating.

Related terms include Glasur, the glaze itself, and glasieren, the verb to glaze. Glasiert should not be confused with verglast, which generally refers to glazing in architecture or windows, or to the broader concept of making a surface glassy.