What You Need to Know
This technique involves blending porcini mushrooms with oil to create a smooth emulsion. The ideal ratio of porcini to oil is around 1:2. The mixture is then blended at high speed to break down the porcini particles and create a stable emulsion.
Sardinian porcini emulsion is unique in that it involves the use of fresh porcini mushrooms, which are native to the Sardinia region of Italy, to create a smooth and creamy emulsion.
Key Parameters
Equipment
high-speed blendernitrogen canisterfine mesh strainer
Steps
- 1.
Porcini Emulsion Risotto (Northern Italy): Enhances umami depth
- 2.
Sardinian Malloreddus (Sardinia): Traditional sauce base
- 3.
Modernist Mushroom Foam (Molecular gastronomy): Provides concentrated flavor
The Science
Primary Reaction
emulsification