Nuts: Pistachio
A savoury application where pistachios are paired with wild mushrooms and grains to enhance flavour, richness, and nutritional value. An excellent model for ready meals, side dishes, or plant-based ranges.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- ½ cup blue cheese
- ¾ cup double cream
- 1 cup whole chervil or flat-leaf parsley
- 1½ lb mixed wild mushrooms
Firm Polenta
- 2 cups coarse polenta
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Pistachio Gremolata
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- ½ cup chopped green olives
- ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Method
Firm Polenta
- Cook the polenta in the stock until tender and smooth.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan and butter until fully melted and combined.
- Pour the polenta into a shallow dish or baking tray, spreading it evenly.
- Allow to cool and set completely.