Jul 14 2026
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Fish Of The Day (gf) Recipe

Inspired by Istros
Time1h
Serves4

cauliflower cream | cauliflower pickles | herb infused hollandaise | seasonal greens | carrots

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Ingredients

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Cauliflower Cream

Cauliflower Pickles

Herb Infused Hollandaise

Seasonal Greens and Carrots

Method

Cauliflower Cream

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Trim the cauliflower head into florets. Rinse under cold water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Cauliflower

    In a medium saucepan, combine cauliflower florets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until tender.

  3. 3

    Blend the Cauliflower

    Transfer the cooked cauliflower and broth to a blender. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Cauliflower Pickles

  1. 4

    Prepare the Pickling Liquid

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

  2. 5

    Add Spices

    Add mustard seeds and black peppercorns to the pickling liquid, then remove from heat.

  3. 6

    Pickle the Cauliflower

    Place cauliflower florets in a jar. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the cauliflower. Seal the jar and let it cool at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Herb Infused Hollandaise

  1. 7

    Whisk Egg Yolks

    In a heatproof bowl, whisk together egg yolks and lemon juice until pale and frothy.

  2. 8

    Heat the Mixture

    Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler). Whisk continuously until the mixture thickens.

  3. 9

    Incorporate Butter

    Gradually whisk in melted butter until fully incorporated and smooth. Stir in chopped fresh herbs and salt. Keep warm.

Seasonal Greens and Carrots

  1. 10

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and slice the carrots. Rinse the seasonal greens.

  2. 11

    Sauté the Carrots

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced carrots and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until tender.

  3. 12

    Add the Greens

    Add the seasonal greens to the skillet with the carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.

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