THE SAGE-CHARRED PEARS

(Our Play on Savory Poached Pears with Sage)

THE SAGE-CHARRED PEARS

Ingredients: 3 Firm Pears (sliced into wedges), 50g Butter, 6 fresh Sage leaves, 1 tsp White pepper, 0.5 tsp Salt, 1 tbsp Honey, 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar...

Ingredients

  • 3 Firm Pears (sliced into wedges)
  • 50g Butter
  • 6 fresh Sage leaves
  • 1 tsp White pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry pear wedges in butter until the edges are caramelized and charred.
  2. The Architect Add the sage leaves to the pan; fry until they are dark and crispy.
  3. The Bloom Add spices and honey with a tiny 10ml splash of water; the sudden hiss will release the herbal oils into the sugar.
  4. The Marriage Toss for 2 minutes until the liquid reduces to a thick, savory lacquer.
  5. The Final Flourish Top with raw goat's cheese crumbles and extra fresh sage.

Cuisine: French

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