In order to add more variety to the dish, the chef had a sudden inspiration: instead of the usual method of wrapping the filling in puff pastry, he adopted the concept of layering it like a Napoleon cake. Fresh sautéed truffle mushrooms were used as the filling, creating a beautiful, exposed layering effect. A large flat plate was chosen to highlight the dish's impressive height. This artistic yet simple plating concept is perfect for beginners to try at home!
Ingredients: Puff pastry, truffle mushroom sauce, black shiitake mushrooms, king oyster mushrooms, etc.
Method: First, sauté the black shiitake mushrooms in a cast iron skillet until fragrant. Then, add the moisture-rich king oyster mushrooms and truffle mushroom sauce, stir-frying them together. To achieve a thick consistency that holds together well, add a bit of white sauce before taking it off the heat, ensuring the filling is easier to shape when plating. Bake the pre-made puff pastry in the oven until crispy and golden brown, then serve it with the freshly sautéed mushrooms.
Scene 1: The layers of puff pastry stacked neatly, showcasing the beautiful, well-defined mushroom filling.
Plating Method
①Start by placing a piece of puff pastry in the lower third of a round plate. Then, using a spoon, scoop the sautéed truffle mushroom filling and spread it evenly over the surface of the pastry.
②Place a second piece of puff pastry on top of the truffle mushroom filling, and repeat the same process to create a second layer.
③Pile the salad, which has been tossed with a shallot vinaigrette, in the open space on the plate, creating some height. The vibrant colors of the vegetables will add a rich visual appeal to the dish. Finally, carefully place a third piece of puff pastry on top, and the plating is complete.
Scene 2: Elegant Packaging for Easy, Mess-Free Eating
Using baking paper to wrap the flaky Napoleon with truffle, secured with a cotton string, ensures it holds its shape and avoids falling apart. This thoughtful touch allows ladies to gracefully enjoy the pastry without getting their hands dirty. The plate itself is adorned with intricate and elegant arabesque patterns, so to avoid covering the design with food, no excessive garnishing is added. Instead, a delicate curve of lettuce is placed along the edge of the plate, enhancing the refined European-style presentation.
Plating Method
①First, lay the prepared puff pastry truffle Napoleon on its side in the center of the plate.
②Next, wrap the middle section of the puff pastry truffle Napoleon with parchment paper and secure it loosely with a cotton string. Position the plate as if it were a clock, and angle the truffle Napoleon toward the 8 o'clock direction.
③Finally, arrange two types of lettuce in a crescent shape on the right half of the plate, allowing the beautiful design of the plate to show through while achieving an elegant presentation.
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