Scallops on Leek Bed using a Thermomix
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Dive into the delightful world of Scallops with Leeks, where the ocean meets the garden in a divine culinary embrace! This dish combines the tender sweetness of scallops, which are often dubbed the 'butter of the sea,' with the subtle earthiness of leeks, known as the 'poor man's asparagus.' Originating from the coastal regions where fishing and farming coexist, this recipe is a celebration of freshness and flavor. Fun fact: Did you know that leeks were a favorite of ancient Romans and were believed to enhance one's singing voice? So, as you savor this dish, don’t be surprised if you find yourself singing in the kitchen! Perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to a gourmet experience at home.
Ingredients
- 500 g Leek
- 30 g Butter
- 20 g Flour
- 100 g Milk
- 2 Pinch(es) Salt
- 2 Pinch(es) Pepper
- 100 g Green pea
- 5 g Flaked almond
Steps
Leek Puree
- Add 500 g of leek in the food processor bowl.
- Mix chop: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Add 30 g of butter in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5:00min / 120°C / Speed 1.
- Add 20 g of flour, 100 g of milk, 1 pinch(es) of salt, 1 pinch(es) of pepper in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 10:00min / 90°C / Speed 3.
- Add 100 g of green pea in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 2:00min / 90°C / Speed 2 in inverse.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a bowl.
Scallops
- Pan fry the oven with an oil base.
- Add 1 pinch(es) of salt in a frypan.
- Add 1 pinch(es) of pepper in the frypan.
Final Steps
- Place the content of the bowl on a plate.
- Place the content of the frypan on the plate.
- Sprinkle 5 g of flaked almond on the plate.
- Serve Immediately.
