Salmon Cornet
Keller's signature amuse-bouche since 1991 — a tiny sesame tuile cone filled with crème fraîche and topped with smoked salmon tartare. More an experience than a course.
Thomas Keller
The French Laundry
Prep Time
45m
Cook Time
40m
Food Cost
48%
Sustainability
52%
Ingredients
Proteins
Vegetables
Grains
Seasonings
Dairy
Method
Sear beef tenderloin on all sides until golden, then cool.
Finely chop mushrooms and shallots, cook until dry, add thyme and cool.
Brush beef with mustard, coat with mushroom duxelles.
Wrap beef tightly in puff pastry, brush with egg wash.
Roast at 200°C for 25-30 minutes until pastry is golden and beef is medium-rare.
Rest for 8 minutes before slicing.
Contains Allergens
Techniques
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