Ponzu-Shiso Remoulade

[ironchef]

You can pretty much serve this with anything from Fried Calamari to Grilled Pork Chops.

Ponzu-Shiso Remoulade

Yield: Approx. 2 cups

Ingredients:

1 1/3 c. Mayonnaise
2/3 c. store bought Ponzu Sauce
3-4 Shallots or 1/2 med. Red Onion, roughly chopped
10 Shiso Leaves, roughly chopped
1 Tbsp. Fresh Ginger, finely chopped
1/4 c. Scallions (white and green parts), finely chopped
2-3 cloves fresh Garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp. Togarashi Shichimi or Cayenne Pepper
Kosher salt to taste

Method:

In a food processor or blender, combine all of the ingredients and blend until incorporated. Season to taste with kosher salt, and refrigerate until service.

 

[mudbug]

ironchef, you are continually challenging me. this time I need to know what shiso leaves are.

 

[ironchef]

It may be hard to find in certain areas...you could use a 50/50 combination of basil and mint, but you really can't duplicate the subtle flavors of this herb:

http://www.gardenguides.com/seedcatalog/_out/shisogreen.htm

 

[mudbug]

thanks for the link and the substitute. My garden beds are running wild with weeds right now, but I will ponder this addition.

There is a fairly substantial Asian population in these parts and I just may be able to find these at the not-too-far-away global foods market.

 

[jpinmaryland]

Neat thread, not really familiar with Shiso leaves either.

 

[marmalady]

If you've eaten sushi at a good sushi restaurant, chances are you've at least seen shiso leaves, as they're often used as garnish on sushi plates.


IC - this recipe ROCKS! TY!