Salmon And Spring Onion Brulee |
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Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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An interesting but formal starter for when your mother-in-law comes around! ;oD It has never failed to impress my salmon-loving guests. Ingredients:
300g salmon fillet, rinsed |
4 spring onions, thinly sliced |
300ml double cream |
300ml milk |
8 egg yolks, beaten |
3 tbs chopped parsley |
2 tbs lemon juice |
25g finely grated parmesan cheese (i like a bit more, use double) |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. Cook the Salmon in a covered steamer for 8-10 minutes (make sure its the same colour throughout)
2. Flake the Salmon, discarding the skin and any bones
3. Steam the Spring onions until soft
4. Then divide the salmon and steamed onions among 6 ovenproof ramekins and put the dishes into a roasting pan
5. Pour the cream and milk into a saucepan and bring almost to a boil
6. Then gradually beat it into the egg yolks and strain back into the saucepan
7. Stir the parsley and lemon juice and season
8. Pour the mixture over the salmon and spring onions
9. Pour warm water into the roasting pan halfway up the sides of the dishes and bake for 20-25 minutes until the milk/egg mixtures are set but slightly sof at the centre
10. Leave to cool, then chill in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours.
11. Just before serving, sprinkle the tops with the grated Parmesan Cheese
12. Melt and brown the cheese under a hot grill and serve immediately
13. Bon Appetit!
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