Description
A French dish consisting of toasted ham and cheese topped with a fried egg and béchamel sauce.
Technical
The Maillard reaction occurs when the egg and béchamel sauce are fried, creating new flavor compounds. The egg is cooked by heat, denaturing the proteins and changing its texture and appearance.
Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
savoryeggycheesybutterytoasted
Wine Analogy
A rich Chardonnay with buttery notes
Coffee Analogy
A creamy latte with caramelized sugar notes
Perfume Analogy
A warm gourmand fragrance with toasted bread and dairy accords