Chilled Oyster Princess Velouté
The Chilled Oyster Princess Velouté is a luxurious and velvety French soup, combining the oceanic essence of oysters with the richness of cream and a touch of sparkling wine or champagne. Garnished with chives and optional caviar, it offers an elegant starter perfect for romantic or celebratory occasions.
Servings: 2
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons flour
- 0.3 cup dry sparkling wine or champagne
- 0.5 cup fish stock
- 0.25 cup fennel bulb, finely diced
- 0.25 cup leeks, white part only, washed and sliced thin
- 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 1 small bay leaf
- 0.5 cup shucked oysters and their water
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon chives, finely chopped
OPTIONAL GARNISH
- 1 tsp With Petrossian "fleur de caviar" or fresh caviar
Instructions
- Heat a saucepan over medium-low heat until hot with the oil. Add and sweat shallot for about a minute without coloring. Add the flour and stir well. Cook, stirring, for 2 more minutes. Add the wine and whisk in the stock. Add fennel, leek, thyme, parsley, and bay leaf. Simmer for about 12 minutes and strain to another cooking vessel (*see note).
- Add heavy cream, oysters and their liquid. Bring to a boil and reduce until desired consistency. Process in a blender and strain again through a fine sieve. Chill well.
- Serve the velouté in individual cups or small glasses. Sprinkle fresh chives on top and caviar if using it. Serve immediately
Notes
After straining the soup you may put the vegetables minus the leaf in the blended soup.
Cooking Tips for Chilled Oyster Princess Velouté:
- Oyster Freshness: Use freshly shucked oysters and their liquor for the best flavor. Ensure they are stored on ice and consumed promptly.
- Velvety Texture: Straining through a fine sieve is essential for a smooth finish. Use a blender to ensure a silky consistency.
- Champagne or Sparkling Wine: Choose a high-quality sparkling wine or champagne to enhance the luxurious flavor profile.
- Chill Thoroughly: Allow adequate chilling time for the soup before serving to ensure the flavors meld beautifully.
- Caviar as Garnish: Use a small quantity of premium caviar for garnish your Chilled Oyster Princess Velouté—it enhances both flavor and presentation.
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