Recipes
Tomato consommé with basil oil
10 minutes Preparation time
1 minute Cooking time
6 serves Serves
Ingredients
Consomme
8 ripe tomatoes (a mix of varieties)
Salt, to taste
Basil oil
1 cup basil leaves
125 ml olive oil
Pinch of salt
Pinch of sugar
To serve
Micro herbs
Method
Tomato consommé
- Wash the tomatoes and remove the stems. Cut into quarters and place into an unperforated steam container.
- Place the container into the steam oven and select Blanch. Follow the prompts on the screen, then strain the tomatoes when completely cooled.
- Transfer the tomatoes into a food processor and add a pinch of salt. Blend for 3-4 minutes to create a fine pulp.
- Place a fine mesh sieve, or a sieve lined with a coffee filter or muslin over a bowl. Pour the tomato mixture through the sieve and strain the juice into the bowl.
- Place the bowl into the fridge for a few hours (or overnight) to drain slowly. A little weight on top of the pulp towards the end of the draining process can help with straining.
- The result should be a chilled, clear, flavourful liquid.
Basil oil
- Place the basil leaves and olive oil into a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Place a fine mesh sieve, or a sieve lined with a coffee filter or muslin over a bowl. Pour in the basil oil and press gently to extract as much oil as possible. Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of sugar. Stir to combine
To serve
- Pour the chilled consommé into bowls or shot glasses, top with a few drops of basil oil and garnish with micro herbs.
Hints and Tips
- Leftover tomato pulp can be used to make a pasta sauce.
Applicance Functions
Miele
At Miele, we take pride in creating more than premium appliances, our dedicated team of Culinary Experts develop every recipe with the same commitment to quality and precision that defines our appliances. Guided by innovative cooking technology and meticulous engineering, we craft dishes that highlight the full potential of our cooking appliances, helping you achieve perfect results every time. We see our recipes not just as instructions, but as an invitation to explore cooking with confidence, where every step is tested and refined to deliver an outstanding culinary experience.