THE LEMONGRASS REEF-MIST

(Our Play on Balkan Fish Soup with Thai Aromatics)

THE LEMONGRASS REEF-MIST

Ingredients: 500g White fish (chunks), 2 Leeks (sliced), 20g Fresh Ginger (grated), 1 Lemongrass stalk (bruised), 1 tsp White pepper, 1 tsp Turmeric, 1 tsp Salt, 1L Fish stock, 2 Lemons (juiced), 2 Egg yolks...

Ingredients

  • 500g White fish (chunks)
  • 2 Leeks (sliced)
  • 20g Fresh Ginger (grated)
  • 1 Lemongrass stalk (bruised)
  • 1 tsp White pepper
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1L Fish stock
  • 2 Lemons (juiced)
  • 2 Egg yolks

Cooking Method

  1. The Architect Sauté leeks, ginger, and lemongrass in oil until soft.
  2. The Bloom Add fish and spices with a 30ml splash of stock; the steam will release the citrus perfume.
  3. The Swell Add remaining stock; simmer for 15 minutes. Gently poach fish for 5 minutes.
  4. The Silk Merge Whisk yolks and lemon juice; slowly temper with hot broth then stir back into the pot off the heat until a thick ivory mist forms.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with raw fresh coriander and lime zest.

Cuisine: Balkan

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