Le Citron Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Lemongrass Mousse

   In a saucepan, combine the lemongrass stalks with 1 cup of heavy cream and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then remove from heat and let it steep for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Add Gelatin

   Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 minutes until soft. Squeeze out excess water, then add to the warm cream mixture, stirring until dissolved.

3. 3

   Mix in Citrus

   Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

4. 4

   Whip Cream

   In a separate bowl, whip the remaining heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled lemongrass mixture until fully combined.

5. 5

   Chill Mousse

   Pour the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

6. 6

   Make Lemon Confit

   In a saucepan, combine the water and sugar for confit. Bring to a boil, then add the sliced lemon. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until the lemon is translucent. Let cool.

7. 7

   Prepare White Chocolate

   Melt the chopped white chocolate in a microwave or double boiler until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.

8. 8

   Serve

   Once the mousse is set, spoon some lemon confit on top, drizzle with white chocolate, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.