Crème brûlée with persimmon
A surprising twist on crème brûlée, topped with sweet persimmon.Requirements for approximately 2 crème brûlées.
The persimmon is a fruit with a smooth, orange to deep red skin and a sweet, juicy pulp. It is often eaten raw and is rich in vitamins A and C. The taste of persimmon is sweet and juicy, with hints of honey and vanilla, and can range from subtle to intense sweetness depending on ripeness. Persimmons are a popular fruit in many parts of the world and are often used in salads, desserts, and jam.
Ingredients
180mlCream 35%
2units.itemsEgg yolks
Vanilla extract
pinch of salt
100gFine sugar
1units.itemskaki
Cane sugar
Preparation
- Heat the cream.
- Whisk the egg yolks with sugar and salt using a whisk.
- Gradually add a little of the warm cream and mix well.
- Add the rest of the cream and a little vanilla extract.
- Scoop out the flesh of the persimmon and chop finely (or mash).
- Divide this among the crème brûlée dishes.
- Pour the cream mixture over the persimmon.
- Place the dishes in a bain-marie in an oven at 165°C for 40 minutes.
- Let cool completely.
- Sprinkle with cane sugar and caramelize the sugar with a blowtorch.
