Fisherman's Stew and the Return of the FOAM

[ironchef]

There are lots of different recipes for this. I like that at its very essence, the dish is a simple, peasant-style meal. Despite this, it's a dish that can be turned into one that's upscale because of the seafood that's in it. In restaurants, it's a good way to move some of the extra seafood inventory. I had to move some scallops and clams, and we had some extra fish leftover from a banquet the night before, so all of that turned into tonight's special. The flavors were basically French-Mediterranean, with my interpretation of this dish. Plus, season four of Top Chef starts so I felt inspired to foam something.

"Fisherman's Stew"
Pan Seared Mahimahi and Atlantic Diver Scallops, Keahole Lobster, Manila Clams, Spicy Tomato and Bacon Ragout, Sourdough Crostini, Garlic Aioli, Micro Basil, Saffron Foam

[amber]

That looks delicious. The presentation is quite attractive with all the vibrant colors. I am a huge seafood fan and this really looks yumbo!

[kitchenelf]

NICE! It's good to see foam again!

[buckytom]

lol, micro basil.

great job, ic. and as always, great to see you.

"a noble spirit enbiggens embiggens the smallest man"

[ironchef]

Originally Posted by buckytom

lol, micro basil.

great job, ic. and as always, great to see you.

"a noble spirit enbiggens embiggens the smallest man"

Hey, who you calling small buddy!

LOL.

I wish I could claim some originality on the saffron foam, but I can't. However, the idea was just too "soigne" to ignore.

[mbasiszta]

Originally Posted by kitchenelf

NICE! It's good to see foam again!

Okay, I give: what is "FOAM"? Hard for me to research such a common word. I love seafood, too, and the picture of "tonight's special" look great! Wish I could order it!
Chau, Marty

[quicksilver]

Glad to see your creations again, ironchef.
Seems like the new position is working out.
Congradulations.

[mbasiszta]

Ironchef, please let me know what "FOAM" is?

[pacanis]

Originally Posted by mbasiszta

Ironchef, please let me know what "FOAM" is?

If you do a search on "saffron foam", it will give you an idea until IC comes back. It appears to be a mixture of cream, half and half, white wine and gelatin.... with saffron. One site I found had various "foams" that could be made. They did not look as foamy as IC's though, more like a whipped cream sitting on top. I like the looks of his as it seems to compliment the meal much better.

[mbasiszta]

Thank you very much, "Pacanis".
Chau, Marty.