Prawns In An Apple Sauternes Broth
This recipe is part of a meal i made at culinary communion, with chef gabriel claycamp. culinary communion teaches cooking and wine classes in the seattle area in an effort to create a community of food enthusiasts. in each class, we drink wine, laugh, and talk. And, of course, sit down to enjoy the meal we've created together. this dish, the first our class made together, was delicious and surprisingly easy to make! recipe posted with permission.
Steps
Heat a saute pan over high heat , then add 3 tablespoons olive oil , the onions , and a large pinch of salt , and caramelize the onions , stirring often , until theyre brown , about 12 minutes.
Meanwhile , begin the broth: in a large saucepot over medium high heat combine the stock , sauternes wine , garlic , shallots , cinnamon , and saffron , and simmer for about 10 minutes to reduce by half.
Add the carrots to the broth and simmer until just tender , about 5 minutes.
When the onion begins to caramelize , add the apples and cook until just tender , about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add apple / onion mix to the broth , and season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper.
Reduce heat to low.
Peel , de-vein , and season the prawns with salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet over high temperature , add the 3 tablespoons oil , then add the seasoned prawns.
Sear on high until just done but crusty.
To serve: place a mound of your favorite rich mashed potatoes in the centers of large bowls and p.
Ingredients
olive oil, salt, onion, granny smith apples, chicken stock, sauternes wine, garlic cloves, shallots, ground cinnamon, saffron strands, carrots, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, large shrimp, pepper, mashed potatoes, basil leaves