Description
A sophisticated and elegant appetizer featuring crispy basil chips topped with smooth crème fraîche and luxurious caviar, perfect for impressing guests at any special occasion.
Ingredients
Basil Chips
- Large basil leaves with some stem attached
- Olive oil, enough for frying
Topping
- Crème fraîche, to taste
- High-quality caviar (such as Imperia Caviar, Kaluga)
- Extra tiny basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oil: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot enough, which is indicated when bubbles form around the back of a spoon dipped in the oil.
- Fry the basil leaves: Carefully flatten the basil leaves as much as possible and add them to the hot oil. Fry gently until the leaves become translucent but avoid browning them by adjusting the heat as necessary.
- Assemble the chips: Remove the fried basil leaves from the oil and drain on paper towels. Once slightly cooled, top each chip with a dollop of crème fraîche, a small amount of caviar, and garnish with a baby basil leaf.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature to avoid burning the basil leaves.
- Use the largest basil leaves available for easier handling and better crispiness.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the basil chips.
- This recipe is best suited as a luxurious appetizer or canapé for special events.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: basil chips, caviar, crème fraîche, appetizer, gourmet, fried basil, elegant appetizer
