What You Need to Know
This technique involves slowly adding wine to foie gras while continuously blending, creating a stable emulsion through the formation of a complex network of fat and water droplets. The process relies on the manipulation of the fat molecules in the foie gras and the water molecules in the wine.
Campania foie gras emulsion is unique in that it involves a specific ratio of foie gras to wine and a precise blending technique to achieve the desired texture and flavor, making it ideal for creating sauces and dressings for Italian dishes like meat and poultry.
Key Parameters
Temperature
20°C
0°C - 80°C
Time
1 hour
30 minutes - 2 hours
Equipment
Steps
- 1.
Foie Gras Ravioli (Northern Italy): creates filling texture
- 2.
Foie Gras Torchon (France): binder for torchon preparation
- 3.
Foie Gras Mousse (New American): base for aerated texture
The Science
Primary Reaction
emulsification