Jul 14 2026

Sweetbreads Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Demi-glace, sour cream spheres, braised pearl onion

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Ingredients

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Sweetbreads Preparation

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sweetbreads

    Soak the sweetbreads in milk for at least 2 hours. After soaking, rinse and remove any membranes. Blanch in boiling water for 5 minutes, then cool in ice water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Sweetbreads

    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Season the sweetbreads with salt and pepper, then dust with flour. Sear in the skillet until golden brown on all sides. Remove and keep warm.

  3. 3

    Make the Sour Cream Spheres

    In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in warm water. Mix with sour cream until well combined. Using a spherification technique (or a spoon), create small spheres and refrigerate until set.

  4. 4

    Braised Pearl Onions

    In a saucepan, melt butter and add pearl onions. Sauté until browned, then add chicken stock and thyme. Simmer until onions are tender and liquid reduces, about 15 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

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