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Smoked bacon foam

The pure flavour of the smoked bacon is supported by the flavour of the bourbon in this light and airy foam created with a siphon.

Makes 700ml.

Allergens & dietary requirements

  • Cow's milk
  • Lactose
  • Sulphite
  • Celery

Ingredients

  • 300 smoked bacon
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • thyme
  • 175 ml Jack Daniel’s
  • 300 ml veal stock
  • 200 ml milk
  • 300 ml whipping cream
  • 15 black peppercorns
  •  as needed salt and pepper

Preparation method

  • Cut the smoked bacon into pieces and fry in a dry pan until golden brown.
  • Add the onion, garlic, and thyme and fry until completely soft and translucent.
  • Deglaze with the Jack Daniel’s and reduce completely.
  • Add the veal stock and reduce by half.
  • Add the milk, cream, and black pepper and cover the pan.
  • Remove from the heat and leave to infuse for 30 minutes.
  • Press the mixture through a fine-meshed sieve and liberally season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into a 1-litre siphon and charge with two whipped cream chargers.
  • Keep warm in a bain-marie and serve at approximately 60°C.

Serving suggestions

  • In a composition with components of halibut, radish, and butter.
  • In a composition with components of endive, potato, and mushrooms.
  • In a composition with components of beef, bone marrow, and porcini mushrooms.