Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a classic French dessert that transforms simple strawberries into an extraordinary culinary experience! This elegant Orange Sabayon is a silky, light custard that will elevate your dessert game from ordinary to extraordinary. Imagine delicate, fresh strawberries bathed in a luxurious, citrus-infused sauce that's both creamy and ethereal - a dessert so divine, it will make your dinner guests think you've trained in a Parisian pastry kitchen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing them thoroughly, removing the stems, and cutting them in half. Arrange the halved strawberries in a serving dish or individual dessert glasses.
- Create a double boiler by filling a medium saucepan with about 2 inches of water. Bring the water to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
- In a heatproof bowl that fits securely over the saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Place the bowl over the simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Continuously whisk the mixture to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- Continue whisking for approximately 4-5 minutes, or until the sabayon becomes thick, light, and forms soft peaks. The mixture should be smooth and increase in volume.
- Remove the bowl from heat and continue whisking for an additional minute to help stabilize the sabayon and prevent separation.
- Immediately pour the warm sabayon over the prepared strawberries, ensuring even coverage.
- For best presentation, serve immediately while the sabayon is still warm and has a light, airy texture.
- Optional: Garnish with additional orange zest or a mint leaf for extra visual appeal.
Tips
- Use the freshest strawberries possible - ripe, bright red berries will make a significant difference in flavor and presentation.
- When making the sabayon, maintain a gentle, consistent whisking motion to prevent egg scrambling and ensure a smooth, airy texture.
- Temperature is crucial: Keep your water at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil, to create the perfect double-boiler environment.
- For extra flavor depth, consider using high-quality, organic orange juice and freshly zested orange peel.
- Serve immediately after preparing to enjoy the sabayon at its lightest and most delicate stage.
- If you're nervous about the double-boiler technique, practice your whisking and heat control to build confidence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 140mg