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Foie Gras with Jijona Nougat Cream: 10 Spanish Canapés

Foie gras con tostadas y olivas, presentación ilustrativa de canapé de foie y turrón

Foie gras and Jijona almond nougat both have rich flavours. A thin layer of nougat cream, fresh green apple and lemon make a balanced canapé rather than an overly sweet bite. Makes 10 canapés in about 20 minutes.

Yield: 10 canapés

Ingredients

 150 g chilled foie gras mi-cuit
 10 toasted bread slices
 25 g Jijona nougat cream
 1 small green apple
 1 tbsp lemon juice
 black pepper
 optional salt and chervil

Instructions

1

Cut chilled foie into ten portions.

2

Slice apple thinly and dress with lemon.

3

Toast and cool bread.

4

Spread 2–3 g nougat cream per toast.

5

Add foie and apple, season.

6

Assemble just before serving; keep cold.

Chef's tip

Avoid adding extra jam, honey or caramel: foie and nougat are already rich. Apple and lemon provide the acidity that balances the canapé.

For catering and restaurants

Use small trays and replenish often. Check traceability and use-by dates for the foie gras, follow food-safety procedures and do not leave chilled foods on display for extended periods.

Variations

Try a thin slice of pickled pear or orange instead of green apple, without adding more sugar. For seared foie, prepare the toast and nougat in advance and sear immediately before service.

Allergens

The nougat contains almonds and may also contain egg, milk or other allergens; bread may contain wheat gluten. Check every product label.

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Ingredients

 150 g chilled foie gras mi-cuit
 10 toasted bread slices
 25 g Jijona nougat cream
 1 small green apple
 1 tbsp lemon juice
 black pepper
 optional salt and chervil
Foie Gras with Jijona Nougat Cream: 10 Spanish Canapés