Big Apple Slices with Seared Foie Gras (Emeril Lagasse) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
4 (1/3-inch thick) slices ny state apples, such as mcintosh, macouns, or stearns |
4 (2-ounce) portions foie gras, any visible veins removed, approximately 1/3-inch thick |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon white pepper |
1/2 teaspoon sugar |
2 ounces applejack |
1 ounce veal stock |
1 tablespoon cold butter |
4 tablespoons candied nuts (preferably bought on the streets of nyc) |
2 ounces watercress |
Directions:
1. Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. 2. Place the apples in the grill pan and cook the apples for 2 minutes on each side, allowing for a quarter turn on each side. Reserve on a warm plate until needed. 3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the foie gras evenly with the salt, white pepper, and sugar. Sear the foie gras for 30 seconds on each side to achieve a golden brown color. Reserve the foie gras on the plate with the apples. 4. Add the applejack to the hot pan and let it reduce to 1 tablespoon. Add the veal stock and reduce by half. Whisk in the cold butter. Place the grilled apples on a plate. Place a small bunch of watercress in the center of each apple ring. Place a portion of foie gras leaning against the watercress and drizzle with the sauce. 5. Garnish each plate with 1 tablespoon of the candied nuts. |
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