Poussins Cendrillon (Grilled Poussins in Caul with Truffled Hash)
Origin: Paris, France
Source: Auguste Escoffier, 1907
Ingredients
- Poussins
- Butter
- Salt
- Cayenne
- Fine truffled hash (hachis truffé)
- Caul (crépine)
- Breadcrumbs
- Sauce Périgueux
Instructions
- Split the poussins along the back, flatten them lightly and trim them.
- Stiffen them in butter.
- Season with salt and Cayenne.
- Place each between two layers of fine truffled hash.
- Wrap in caul, then coat with butter and breadcrumbs.
- Grill very gently for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Serve a sauce Périgueux separately.