Nouvelle Morcilla Patatera Delight

Ingredients

In this Nouvelle cuisine adaptation, the traditional Morcilla Patatera is transformed into an artful masterpiece. The dish is presented with meticulous attention to detail, focusing on refined plating techniques and delicate flavors. The ingredients are carefully selected to enhance the dish's elegance, while still paying homage to the original flavors. We alse have the original recipe for Morcilla patatera, so you can check it out.

• 250g (8.8 oz) blood sausage 250g (8.8 oz) blood sausage
• 400g (14 oz) potatoes 400g (14 oz) potatoes
• 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon butter
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 2g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
3. 3.
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
4. 4.
   Add the shallot and garlic to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
5. 5.
   Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and cook until golden brown.
6. 6.
   Meanwhile, remove the casing from the blood sausage and crumble it into small pieces.
7. 7.
   Add the crumbled blood sausage to the skillet and cook until cooked through.
8. 8.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9.
   Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
10. 10.
    Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Blood sausage — Make sure to remove the casing before cooking and crumble it into small pieces for even distribution throughout the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For a lighter version, you can substitute regular potatoes with sweet potatoes.
• Experiment with different herbs and spices to add your own twist to the dish.
• Serve with a side of fresh greens to balance the richness of the blood sausage and potatoes.
• If blood sausage is not available, you can substitute it with a high-quality sausage of your choice.
• To add a touch of acidity, drizzle some lemon juice over the dish before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Nouvelle Morcilla Patatera Delight as a main course, accompanied by a side of mixed greens or a light salad. The elegant presentation makes it a perfect dish for special occasions or dinner parties.

Presentation advice

To create an eye-catching presentation, use a ring mold to shape the Morcilla Patatera into a neat round portion. Garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley and drizzle a swirl of olive oil around the plate for an artistic touch.