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RCI-EG.003.0532

Traditional Pavlova

Origin: Australian DessertsPeriod: Traditional

Pavolva dressed with cream and strawberries. In 1935, the chef of the Hotel Esplanade in Perth, Western Australia, Herbert Sachse, created the pavlova to celebrate the visit of the great Russian ballerina, Anna Pavlova. Whilst it has been suggested this dessert was created in New Zealand, it has become recognized as a popular Australian dish. This is the most special of Aussie desserts, no party is without one. It’s stunning to have on display on the desse

Traditional Pavlova
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

  • egg whites
    4-6 unit
  • salt
    1 pinch
  • castor sugar / sugar (equal parts
    castor sugar or fine/super fine sugar)
    8 oz
  • white vinegar
    1 teaspoon
  • vanilla extract
    Β½ teaspoon
  • level teaspoons cornflour (corn flour or cornstarch)
    2 unit

Method

1
Prepare according to traditional method. (Directions were not provided in the legacy source.)