Chilled Mousse Of Pike With A Truffle And Lobster Salad Recipes

LOBSTER MOUSSE PUFF PASTRY BOUCHEES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• In a food processor, puree the lobster meat with the salt and paprika. With the motor running, add the cream in a steady stream and blend until the mixture is smooth, then add the tarragon.
• Place the pastry shells on a lightly greased baking sheet, brush the tops with the egg wash, being careful not to let the wash drip down the sides, and bake in the middle of the preheated oven until they are just beginning to color, about 7 minutes. Transfer the shells to a rack and let them cool completely.
• Pipe or spoon the lobster mousse into the puff pastry shells and bake in the oven until the mousse is set and the shells are golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.
• Serve immediately topped with a slices of lobster and a dollop of caviar, if using.

CHILLED MOUSSE OF PIKE WITH A TRUFFLE AND LOBSTER SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven 375 degrees F. Oil 12 (4-ounce) ring molds.
• In a food processor, fitted with a metal blade, combine the fish, egg whites, Cognac, chives, shallots, lemon juice and nutmeg. Puree until smooth.
• Add enough cream so the mixture is smooth but slightly thick. Season with salt and pepper.
• To test the seasoning, bring a small pot of water to a simmer. Add a teaspoon of the mouse to the water and poach for about 2 minutes. Remove and taste. Adjust the seasoning according to taste.
• Fill each mold with the fish mixture.
• Place the molds in a baking dish and fill with water, enough to come up 1-inch of the mold. Place in the oven and cook for about 12 to 15 minutes or until firm. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
• Refrigerate until chilled. Slice the lobster tails, 1//4-inch thick. In a mixing bowl, combine the lobster, peas, and carrots. Toss with a drizzle of truffle oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chervil and toss well.
• To serve, unmold the mousse and place in the center of each plate. Fill the center of each mousse with the lobster salad. Garnish with parsley.

TEMPURA WALL-EYE PIKE WITH SPICY REMOULADE

Steps:

• For the batter: Mix everything in a bowl until smooth.
• Heat oil in a large pot to 375 degrees F.
• Dip pieces of fish in the batter and then drop in oil and fry until golden brown.
• Mix everything together in a bowl.