Preheat the oven to 150°C (fan 130°C). Prepare 4 heatproof ramekins or small crème brûlée dishes with a capacity of about 150–200 ml each. Wash the persimmons, dry them with a paper towel, and cut each in half lengthwise; check if the center is soft — ripe fruits should yield to gentle pressure.
Description
A seasonal fusion dessert combining the sweetness of ripe persimmons, a creamy cardamom cream made from cream and white miso, and a crunchy element from roasted almonds and black sesame. The dish has a contrast of textures: soft, caramelized fruits with a brittle crunch and delicate cream, while the flavors blend elements of Asian miso and sesame with classic French crème brûlée. Perfect as an impressive dessert for winter and early spring dinners, serve in deep ramekins or on small plates, garnished with citrus zest and edible flowers for visual effect. The composition is aromatic, with sweet-salty accents and distinct notes of cardamom and roasted nuts.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (14)
- Persimmon 3 szt.
- 30% heavy cream 300 ml
- Egg 3 szt.
- White sugar 120 g
- White miso paste (shiromiso) 30 g
- White chocolate 100 g
- Butter 50 g
- Almonds (whole, blanched) 100 g
- Sea salt 1 g
- Vanilla extract 5 g
- Sugar for caramelization (for the top) 40 g
- 🌿 Przyprawy
- Black sesame 10 łyżeczek
- Ground cardamom 2 g
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Yuzu zest (optional) 5 g
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Preparation steps
Preliminary preparations
Place the halved persimmons cut side up in a baking dish lined with parchment paper, ensuring they do not touch each other. If the fruit is very juicy, gently scoop out a bit of the flesh with a teaspoon to create a shallow indentation (do not discard the flesh — it can be used for sauce).
Cardamom-Miso Cream
In a small pot, pour in the cream and heat over medium heat until just about to boil (bubbles will appear at the edges) — this will take 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add the ground cardamom and vanilla extract, and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Measure out the white miso paste and dilute it in 2–3 tablespoons of hot cream in a separate bowl, stirring vigorously to avoid lumps; then pour it back into the pot with the cream and mix.
In a bowl, whisk the eggs with 80 g of sugar (use a whisk) until the sugar partially dissolves and the mixture is slightly frothy. Very slowly pour the hot cream with miso into the eggs, first by the tablespoon, constantly whisking (tempering) to avoid curdling the eggs. Once you have poured in half of the cream, you can pour in the rest in a thin stream, continuing to mix. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.
Baking
Place the halved persimmons in heatproof ramekins (one half in each) and pour the prepared cream mixture in such a way that it fills the ramekins with fruit (up to about 80% full). Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill it with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins (water bath). Put it in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes. The cream should be set at the edges and slightly soft in the center — when you shake the ramekins, the center should gently quiver like jelly.
Cooling
Remove the baking dish from the oven (be careful of the steam) and carefully transfer the ramekins to a cooling rack. Leave to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (you can also leave them overnight). The cream will set and the flavors will meld.
Almond-Miso Praline
In a medium skillet without fat, toast the almonds for 3–4 minutes over medium heat until they start to smell fragrant and lightly brown. Add butter and 40 g of sugar; stir with a wooden spoon until the sugar dissolves and coats the almonds (2–3 minutes). Add 10 g of white miso paste and mix vigorously — the mixture should caramelize and coat the almonds. Transfer the hot almonds to parchment paper, spread them in a thin layer, and wait for them to harden (10–15 minutes), then chop coarsely with a knife into uneven pieces.
Black sesame tuile (crumble)
In a small bowl, mix black sesame (30 g) with 20 g of chopped hard white dough (optionally finely ground almonds with a bit of sugar — but this is NOT necessary) or simply with 10 g of melted butter and 10 g of sugar. Spread thin 'cakes' on baking paper and bake at 170°C for 6–8 minutes until the edges turn golden. After baking, gently remove and let cool — once set, they will be crispy.
White chocolate and miso ganache
In a saucepan, heat 100 ml of cream (you can add it a tablespoon at a time) almost to boiling (do not bring to a boil). Pour it over the chopped white chocolate in a bowl and wait 1 minute, then stir until the chocolate melts. Add 10 g of white miso paste and mix thoroughly until smooth and glossy. Let it cool to room temperature; it will thicken.
Caramelization (brûlée)
Remove the ramekins from the refrigerator. Evenly sprinkle the surface of each cream with a thin layer of caramelization sugar (about 10 g per ramekin). Use a kitchen torch for caramelization: hold the torch about 10–15 cm above the surface and move it evenly until the sugar melts and a shiny, golden-amber crust forms (this will take 1–2 minutes). The crust should be thin and crispy once cooled.
Assembly and decoration
On each brûlée shell, gently place a piece of sesame tuile (standing for height) and a few pieces of chopped almond praline around. On the side, arrange a half of a kaki (if available) or a piece of fresh fruit for color. Drizzle a thin line of white chocolate ganache next to the shell (use a teaspoon). If using, lightly sprinkle with yuzu zest and add edible flowers as decoration.
Serving
Serve the dessert chilled, right after caramelizing the shell (the shell should be crunchy). Each portion should be prepared just before serving to maintain the contrast between the cold cream and the hot, crunchy shell.
Fun Fact
The brûlée technique comes from France (crème brûlée), but combining it with miso is an example of Japanese-French fusion — miso adds depth of umami, which contrasts beautifully with the traditional sweetness and crispy crust.
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Tips
Caramelize just before serving to keep the crust crispy. Serve with a small cup of green tea (e.g., sencha) or lightly sparkling prosecco to balance the sweetness. For aesthetic effect, place the tuile upright and add edible flower petals.
Store the cream in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours in tightly sealed ramekins before caramelizing. Do not store the caramelized shells — it's best to make them just before serving. Store the praline and tuile in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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