Creamy parsley with orange, ginger and mint flavor
4 servings
45 minutes
This exquisite French recipe combines the freshness of parsley with a rich creamy aroma enriched with notes of orange, ginger, and mint. A light blanching of the greens preserves their vibrant color and tender texture, while butter, shallots, and garlic add depth to the sauce's flavor. Crème fraîche and cream provide a velvety consistency complemented by the citrus freshness of orange zest and a hint of ginger's spiciness. The finishing touch is mint, bringing cool herbal tones. This aromatic sauce pairs perfectly with white meat, fish, or pasta, transforming any dish into a gastronomic masterpiece. It can be served warm or chilled while enjoying the refined balance of flavors.
1
Cut the parsley stems and place them in boiling salted water for 20 seconds. Then quickly transfer to ice to stop the cooking. Dry with a paper towel.
- Parsley: 840 g
2
Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat and sauté finely chopped shallot, unpeeled but slightly crushed garlic, and ginger, stirring constantly, until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Salted butter: 1 tablespoon
- Shallots: 0.5 piece
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Ginger: 600 g
3
Add cream, crème fraîche, zest, and simmer, stirring, for 4 minutes. Then add mint and remove from heat. Let it sit uncovered for 2 minutes, then remove garlic, zest, ginger, and mint.
- Cream 48%: 0.3 glass
- Crème fraiche: 3 tablespoons
- Orange zest: 2 pieces
- Fresh mint: 1 stem
4
Return the sauce to the heat and add parsley. Stir with a fork, season with salt and pepper, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Parsley: 840 g