Double Fish Consommé
Ingredients
- 9.25 ounces pike flesh or other white fish, boneless and skinless
- 9.25 ounces grouper flesh or other white fish, boneless and skinless
- 5 5 egg whites
- 1 medium white part of the leek,, washed
- 1 medium carrot, peeled
- 2 ounces parsley stems
- 3 ounces dry white wine
- 5.5 cups fish stock
Instructions
Prepare the clarification:
- Using a grinder machine, grind pike flesh, grouper flesh, leeks, carrot and parsley stems. Combine ground ingredients, egg white and wine in a stockpot.
Cook the consommé:
- Add cold fish stock to the clarification. Bring to a simmering point, and stir until rafts begin to form about 45 minutes. Remo
Strain the consommé:
- Remove from heat; let cool for ½ hour. Strain through a cloth-lined sieve.
Serve the consommé:
- Reserve warm. Adjust seasoning and serve.
Chef Eric’s Cooking Tips for Double Fish Consommé
1. Use Fresh Ingredients
Choose fresh, mild-flavored fish, like pike or grouper, to keep the consommé delicate. Avoid oily fish; they create a strong taste.
2. Clarify with Egg Whites
For a crystal-clear broth, add egg whites to your mixture. They act as a natural filter, capturing impurities and fat.
3. Prepare a “Raft”
As the egg whites cook, they solidify into a soft “raft” on the surface. This layer traps impurities, allowing only pure consommé below.
4. Stir Carefully in the Beginning
Gently stir while bringing the mixture to a simmer to prevent the egg whites from sticking to the pan. Stop stirring once the raft forms.
5. Maintain a Gentle Simmer
Once the consommé reaches a boil, lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Avoid stirring further, as this keeps the broth from clouding.
6. Strain Thoroughly
Let the consommé cool slightly, then strain it through a fine sieve lined with a cloth. This step removes any remaining particles for a smooth, clear broth.
7. Adjust Seasoning at the End
Taste the consommé after straining and add salt or pepper as needed. Seasoning last preserves the delicate balance of flavors.
Following these steps will help you achieve a beautifully clear, flavorful Double Fish Consommé!
Clear Soups Mastery: Perfect Crystal-Clear Broths and Consommés
Elevate your soup-making with our Clear Soups Mastery course! Learn to craft stunning, crystal-clear broths and delicate consommés that highlight pure flavors.
In this course, you’ll master:
- Consommé Clarity: Use egg whites and precision techniques for perfect transparency.
- Essential Techniques: Discover the importance of slow simmering, careful straining, and ingredient selection.
- Flavorful Simplicity: Build depth with subtle herbs and spices that enhance, not cloud, your broth.
Ideal for all skill levels, Clear Soups Mastery teaches the art of creating light, elegant soups. Start today and transform your soup-making skills!