Mousseline de Poisson

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Cuisine Foundations

By Le Cordon Bleu

Published 2010

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  1. Cut the trimmed fillets into large pieces.

  2. Cut into smaller pieces.

  3. Once small enough, start chopping using a rocking motion.

  4. Transfer to a drum sieve (tamis).

  5. Using a corne, begin pressing the fish through the sieve.

  6. The drum sieve will remove any nerves or bones.

  7. Turn the tamis over to scrape away the fish puree.

  8. Place into a bowl set in ice.

  9. The flesh should be very fine.

  10. Add egg white and beat well.

  11. Make sure egg is completely incorporated.

  12. Mix in the cream.

  13. Once the cream is mixed in, season with salt and pepper.

  14. Spread the mousseline up onto the sides of the bowl to ensure that it chills properly.

  15. The mousseline can now be seasoned and garnished for various preparations.