Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey that will transform your home kitchen into a Michelin-starred restaurant! This exquisite John Dory with Black Truffle Mousse recipe, inspired by the legendary Chef Thomas Keller, promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress even the most discerning food critics. Imagine a delicate fish fillet adorned with a decadent truffle-infused cream, creating a symphony of flavors that will make your dinner guests wonder if you've secretly trained in a professional kitchen.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- john dory fillets
- black truffles
- heavy cream
- butter
- shallots
- salt
- black pepper
- lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the black truffle mousse by finely chopping fresh black truffles and mixing them with softened butter and heavy cream in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Clean and pat dry the john dory fillets, removing any remaining scales or bones. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Finely mince shallots and set aside for later use in the sauce preparation.
- Gently spread a thin layer of the black truffle mousse on the top side of each john dory fillet, ensuring an even coverage.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place the john dory fillets in the skillet, truffle mousse side down, and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes until the mousse creates a golden, crispy crust.
- Gently flip the fillets and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the fish is just cooked through and remains tender.
- Remove the fillets from the skillet and let them rest on a warm plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté the minced shallots until translucent and fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Plate the john dory fillets and drizzle the shallot-lemon pan sauce around the fish.
- Garnish with a small shaving of fresh black truffle for additional aroma and elegance.
Tips
- Use the freshest John Dory fillets possible for the best texture and flavor.
- When working with black truffles, less is more - their flavor is intense and should be used sparingly.
- Ensure your skillet is at the perfect temperature to create a golden, crispy truffle mousse crust without burning.
- Pat the fish fillets completely dry before seasoning to achieve optimal browning.
- Use a high-quality, unsalted butter for the most refined taste.
- Let the fish rest for a minute after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute.
- If fresh black truffles are unavailable, truffle oil can be a suitable (though less luxurious) alternative.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 440kcal
Carbohydrates: 0g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 146mg
