Beef Consomme

🛒 Ingredients

• Lean Ground Beef 16 g · 16 kcal
• Mirepoix (Carrots, Celery, Onion) 25 g · 7 kcal
• Egg Whites 9 g · 2 kcal
• Water 200 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Combine finely minced lean ground beef, finely diced mirepoix (carrots, celery, onion), and stiffly beaten egg whites in a large pot. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to form the 'raft' mixture.
2. Gradually whisk cold, degreased beef stock into the raft mixture. Add any desired aromatics like bay leaf or peppercorns, ensuring the raft ingredients are fully submerged.
3. Place the pot over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the 'raft' just begins to set and comes to a gentle simmer. This process forms a solid layer on top.
4. Once the raft has formed, stop stirring and gently create a small 'chimney' opening in the center. This allows steam to escape and provides an access point for skimming.
5. Reduce heat to very low and simmer undisturbed for 1.5 to 2 hours. Do not boil vigorously or disturb the raft, as it is clarifying the liquid below.
6. Carefully ladle the crystal-clear consomme through the chimney opening, passing it through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth. Avoid disturbing the formed raft during this process.
7. Season the strained consomme with salt and pepper to taste; gently reheat if necessary before serving immediately, perhaps garnished with fresh herbs.