What does the cryptic crossword clue "Salad dressing ingredient used by British or American cook (5)" mean?

The definition is "American cook". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BR (synonym="BR") + OIL (synonym="OIL") = BROIL; definition: "American cook" The answer is BROIL.

Salad dressing ingredient used by British or American cook (5)

Times Cryptic #28565 | 25 Across | 2023-03-31 flower

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