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Strawberries with Orange Sabayon

Strawberries with Orange Sabayon

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

  1. 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  2. 3 egg yolks
  3. 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  4. 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  5. 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Remove the bowl from heat and continue whisking for an additional minute to help stabilize the sabayon and prevent separation.
  7. Immediately pour the warm sabayon over the prepared strawberries, ensuring even coverage.
  8. For best presentation, serve immediately while the sabayon is still warm and has a light, airy texture.
  9. Optional: Garnish with additional orange zest or a mint leaf for extra visual appeal.

Tips

  1. Use the freshest strawberries possible - ripe, bright red berries will make a significant difference in flavor and presentation.
  2. When making the sabayon, maintain a gentle, consistent whisking motion to prevent egg scrambling and ensure a smooth, airy texture.
  3. Temperature is crucial: Keep your water at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil, to create the perfect double-boiler environment.
  4. For extra flavor depth, consider using high-quality, organic orange juice and freshly zested orange peel.
  5. Serve immediately after preparing to enjoy the sabayon at its lightest and most delicate stage.
  6. 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

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