Fig Leaf Verlasso Salmon

Verlasso Salmon wrapped in a fig leaf with basmati rice, fig mostarda, and olives. 

by Chef Mikel Anthony


This recipe is part of the Chef’s Roll Test Kitchen, in partnership with Verlasso, Wusthof, and FOH.



Rice

INGREDIENTS

  • Chopped Olives
  • 1 ea. Cardamom pod
  • 1/2 tbsp. Turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp. Cumin

METHOD

  1. Before cooking add cardamom, cumin, and turmeric.
  2. Cook rice in a rice cooker according to package instructions.
  3. Mixed with chopped olives when cooked.
  4. For an extra kick add in a little olive juice.

Salmon 

INGREDIENTS

  • Salt

METHOD

  1. Wrap and steam 4-5 minutes or until desired doneness.

Fig Mostarda

INGREDIENTS

  • 4-8 ea. Figs, sliced
  • 1/2 cup approx. Whiskey
  • 1/2 cup approx. Sugar
  • 1 tbsp. Whole grain dijon

METHOD

  1. Place figs and whiskey into a small sauce pan.
  2. Set alcohol on fire until it burns off.
  3. Add sugar and mustard and cook until break down into puree/ chutney like texture.