
Wasabi mousse with smoked salmon - the perfect starter with a wow effect
This airy, spicy mousse with a hint of wasabi and delicate smoked salmon is the ideal starter for festive occasions or a fine meal at home. It is easy to prepare, looks elegant and impresses with its sophisticated flavors. Simple, quick and impressive - home cooking with a twist.
Preparation
Ingredients for 4 portions
For the mousse:
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4 egg yolks
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2 egg whites
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2 tsp wasabi
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150 ml milk
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2 tbsp yogurt
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2 sheets of gelatine
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1 tbsp spinach powder (for natural green color)
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1 tsp green food coloring (optional, for more color intensity)
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Salt
For the topping:
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Smoked salmon
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Wild herbs
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Olive oil
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Vinegar
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Cress
Preparation - step by step
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Soak the gelatine and whip the mousse base
Stir the egg yolk, milk and wasabi over a hot bain-marie until the mixture thickens slightly. Dissolve the soaked gelatine in the mixture.
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Coloring and refining
Stir in the spinach powder - this provides a natural, beautiful color. If you like, you can help with a little food coloring. Fold in the yogurt and season with salt to taste.
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For airiness
Beat the egg whites until semi-stiff and carefully fold into the mousse so that it remains fluffy.
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Allow to cool
Pour the mixture into glasses or small ramekins and chill for at least 4 hours.
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Sideboards
Garnish with smoked salmon, marinated wild herbs, a little vinegar and oil and fresh cress.
Tip from the househusband
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For more spiciness, simply stir in a little more wasabi
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Vegetarian version? Replace salmon with avocado or roasted nuts
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It gets more sophisticated with toasted sesame seeds or salmon caviar as a topping
Why you should try this recipe
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Light, spicy starter with a subtle spiciness
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Ideal for special guests or the Sunday menu
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Easy to prepare - perfect for stress-free hosts
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Can also be made vegetarian as an option
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