Deep Fried Shiso with Langoustine
Shiso leaves stuffed with langoustine, dipped in tempura, and fried to crunchiness. If you intend to amaze someone, this is the recipe that you are looking for. Simple techniques are combined to create a bite full of flavor, textures, and delicacy.
Halve <quantity>2</quantity> langoustines. Dry the meat with paper towels and dice it. Transfer to a bowl
Add <quantity>½<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of whole grain mustard, <quantity>½<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of Dijon mustard, and <quantity>1<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of mayonnaise
Add <quantity>½<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of chopped chives and <quantity>½<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of vinegar
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix to combine. The langoustine stuffing is ready
Bring a medium pot of of water to a boil
Remove the stem of <quantity>1</quantity> heirloom tomato. Make a cross in the bottom of the tomato
Submerge the tomato in boiling water for 30s
Transfer the tomato to a bowl with cold water to stop the cooking process. Peel it
Halve, deseed and slice the tomato into thin strips. Set aside
Place <quantity>¼<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of cornstarch in a bowl. Add <quantity>1</quantity> egg white and mix until you obtain a thick, runny and creamy mixture
Brush the back of <quantity>8</quantity> shiso leaves generously with the cornstarch mixture
Place 1 tbsp of the Langoustine Stuffing in the center of the shiso leaf, on the brushed side. Close the leaf, and press gently to seal. Repeat the process with all leaves
Preheat to <temperature>175<unit>°C</unit></temperature> enough oil to deep fry
Place <quantity>2<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of all purpose flour and <quantity>2<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of cold beer in a bowl. Mix until you obtain an homogeneous batter
Dip the stuffed shiso leaves in the batter and fry them one at a time, turning them occasionally until golden and crisp
Plate the fried shiso leaves and top with a few strips of the heirloom tomato. Add hot sauce to taste
Garnish tarragon leaves. The deep fried shiso with langoustine is ready
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