grapefruit brûlée.
note: this recipe is inspired by all the stuff we cooked: 49 recipes by frederik bille brahe (pg 176-179)
ingredients
1 ruby red grapefruit
a couple tbsps of granulated or caster sugar
optional: extra virgin olive oil, fresh mint leaves, whipped cream, yogurt, etc.
tools
paring knife
kitchen blow torch
steps
cut grapefruit either into half horizontally or cut into pieces (remove peel and pith)
if you cut the grapefruit into half, cut along flesh using a paring knife. blot grapefruit with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. evenly sprinkle sugar on top of grapefruit. burn sugar with blow torch until sugar is caramelized and deep golden brown. let sit for 1 minute to let sugar harden
if you cut the grapefruit into pieces, evenly sprinkle sugar over the pieces, burn sugar with blow torch until sugar is caramelized and deep golden brown. let sit for 1 minute to let sugar harden
top with your favorite toppings: extra virgin olive oil, fresh mint leaves, whipped cream, yogurt, etc. serve immediately
enjoy!
