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I used to a Raspberry gastrique for chicken and duck that was really good. Sugar red wine vinegar Balsamic vinegar thyme and Maman raspberry jam.
 
Eating healthy tonight! Panko crusted thin sliced chops...

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Bought some nice ribeyes on the way home, gonna do them on my Weber kettle (steaks are just better on a plain old charcoal grill). Made a little marinade with some balsamic, olive oil, and montreal seasoning. Gonna do some fresh broccoli with italian dressing in the air fryer to go with.

I've been eating just one meal a day this week so I'm looking forward to this one.
 
How do you make Yum Yum sauce?
 
I just had chinese on Friday...and I'm hungry again already. :cool:
 
The food porn in this thread is insane.

I'm starving, trying out a super simple method for dinner. Threw some chicken breasts in foil and covered with bottled Tikka Masala sauce. Closed foil tightly and threw the packets in my air fryer for 40 minutes. Got some pre-cooked rice. If this works, I may do something like this a couple times a week just for the sheer simplicity of it.
 
Ashburn Dave said:
We're at the OBX and I brought my portable 'tailgate' traeger smoker. Smoking some OBX scallops wrapped in bacon with some of my spicy 3.0 BBQ rub.

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This post deserves two "likes." One for the food, one for the location. That's my new BGO Suggestion. Figure out a way to give a post two likes. :p
 
Boone - until your shrimp kabobs with hoisin sauce post I had never heard of hoisin sauce before. I grilled up some shrimp, threw them in a foil pan with hoisin sauce, covered with foil and let them heat in the oven 20 minutes or so. That was a great bite and one I'll keep making.
 
RedWolf said:
I used to a Raspberry gastrique for chicken and duck that was really good. Sugar red wine vinegar Balsamic vinegar thyme and Maman raspberry jam.
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Duck with a sweet sauce and lobster are my 2 favorite things to eat. This sounds great. I use a glaze of mango chutney with vinegar and a little oil on cornish game hens, I may have to try this next time,
 
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Duck with a sweet sauce and lobster are my 2 favorite things to eat. This sounds great. I use a glaze of mango chutney with vinegar and a little oil on cornish game hens, I may have to try this next time,
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Look up a gastrique recipe to get a feel for it. Think Canard/Duck a l'orange

A gastrique is a French sauce base, characterized by its sweet and sour flavor and typically made by caramelizing sugar and then adding vinegar. It's often used as a glaze or a base for other sauces, and its versatility allows for various flavor combinations, including fruits, herbs, and spices.

Key Characteristics and Uses:
Sweet and Sour:
The combination of caramelized sugar and vinegar creates a distinct sweet and sour flavor profile.

Versatile Base:
Gastrique serves as a foundation for a wide range of sauces, adding depth and complexity.

Glazing:
It can be used to glaze meats, poultry, and even desserts, providing a flavorful and glossy finish.


Infusions:

Gastrique can be infused with various ingredients like berries, citrus, or herbs to create unique flavors.

Ingredients and Process:
Caramelization: Sugar is caramelized in a pan, creating a rich, golden-brown color.

Vinegar Addition: Vinegar is added to the caramelized sugar, causing it to bubble and reduce.

Infusion and Reduction:
Optional ingredients like fruit, wine, or herbs are added during the reduction process, and the sauce is cooked down until it thickens.

Examples of Uses:
Berry Gastrique:
Adding berries to the gastrique creates a sweet and tart sauce that complements meats, cheeses, or even desserts.

Citrus Gastrique:
Infusing gastrique with citrus fruits, like oranges or blood oranges, results in a bright and refreshing flavor.

Herbal Gastrique:
Adding herbs like thyme or rosemary can enhance the savory aspects of the sauce.
 
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Rumaki! Love me some Rumaki. I used to make it years ago, love it, but chicken livers was a no-go for the wife.
 
I hate when people put sauteed peppers and onions in a crab cake mix and call it Maryland crab cakes
 
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