Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCinghialePan Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras Recipe

Pan Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras Recipe

Inspired by Cinghiale
Time1h 30m
Serves2

roasted corn gelato, pickled blueberries, pomegranate reduction

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Ingredients

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For the Foie Gras

For the Roasted Corn Gelato

For the Pickled Blueberries

For the Pomegranate Reduction

Method

For the Foie Gras

  1. 1

    Prepare the Foie Gras

    Season the foie gras slices with salt and black pepper on both sides. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the unsalted butter. Once melted and bubbling, carefully place the foie gras slices in the skillet.

  2. 2

    Sear the Foie Gras

    Sear each side for about 30-60 seconds until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess fat.

For the Roasted Corn Gelato

  1. 3

    Prepare the Corn Base

    In a saucepan, combine the fresh corn kernels, heavy cream, milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  2. 4

    Blend and Strain

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Blend the mixture until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the solids.

  3. 5

    Make the Gelato Base

    In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add the warm corn cream mixture to the yolks, whisking continuously. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

  4. 6

    Chill and Churn

    Let the mixture cool completely in the refrigerator, then churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

For the Pickled Blueberries

  1. 7

    Create Pickling Liquid

    In a small saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt.

  2. 8

    Pickle the Blueberries

    Remove from heat and add the fresh blueberries to the pickling liquid. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

For the Pomegranate Reduction

  1. 9

    Prepare the Reduction

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the pomegranate juice and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture reduces by half and thickens, about 15-20 minutes. Let cool slightly.

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