RCI-DS.004.0088.001
Crushed Strawberries with Vanilla and Chocolate Tofu Syrups
Part of Peruvian Sky's entry in Iron Chef SA 028:Balsamic Battle Crushed Strawberries with
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- punnets of strawberries2 unit
- A splash of vanilla essence1 unit
- Maple syrup2/3 cup
- Cocoa1 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- White Sugar - 3 tablespoons for marinade1 unit1 cup for vanilla syrup
- blocks silken tofu2 unit
- Ice (Not pictured)1 unit
- 1 tablespoon
Method
1
Hull and quarter 1 cup of fresh strawberries, then place them in a bowl with a splash of balsamic vinegar and a pinch of flour to help thicken the mixture. Gently toss and allow the strawberries to macerate, drawing out their natural juices.
15 minutes
2
Using a fork or muddler, lightly crush the macerated strawberries until they form a chunky, syrupy mixture with visible fruit pieces. Set aside at room temperature.
2 minutes
3
Prepare the vanilla tofu syrup by blending silken tofu with vanilla extract, a sweetener of your choice, and a small amount of water until completely smooth and pourable. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
5 minutes
4
Prepare the chocolate tofu syrup by blending silken tofu with unsweetened cocoa powder, sweetener, and a splash of water until velvety and smooth. Adjust consistency with additional water as needed and strain.
5 minutes
5
Fill a tall highball glass with ice cubes, packing them firmly to support the layering of the drink. Chill the glass in the freezer for a minute if desired for best presentation.
2 minutes
6
Spoon the crushed strawberry mixture carefully over the ice as the first layer, allowing it to settle at the base of the glass.
1 minutes
7
Slowly pour the vanilla tofu syrup over the back of a spoon held against the inside of the glass to create a distinct second layer above the strawberries.
1 minutes
8
Gently pour the chocolate tofu syrup as the final top layer using the same spoon technique, creating a visually stratified tall drink. Serve immediately with a long straw and garnish with a fresh strawberry on the rim if desired.
1 minutes