👉 In the context of culinary arts, "slathering" is a technique used to apply a thin layer of sauce or other condiment over an ingredient for decoration. This can be done by applying the sauce directly onto the dish, using a spoon, or even by dipping the dish in it. The term originated from the French word "salade," which means "cutting," but it has since been used to describe any type of decoration that is applied to food or dishes.
