Ingredients
Silk Handkerchiefs with Girolles and Confit Egg Yolk
Directions
Method
- Step 1, Preheat a fan assisted oven to 65C.
- Step 2, Fill a small, lidded ovenproof casserole dish half full with olive oil. Separate the egg yolks from the whites and carefully slip each egg yolk into the oil. Once the oven is warm, put the lid on the casserole and cook for 55 minutes.
- Step 3, Once the egg yolks are cooked, bring a large pan of generously salted water to the boil. In a frying pan, add the butter and when it’s hot, add the mushrooms. Cook for a minute or two until they begin to soften. Stir and add the garlic and cook for a minute or so, then squeeze in the lemon juice and add the parsley.
- Step 4, Add the pasta sheets to the water and cook for a minute or two until al dente. Drain.
- Step 5, Combine the mushroom mixture with the pasta and divide between two plates. Top each with a confit egg yolk and some Parmesan. Serve immediately!
Recipe Note
What makes silk handkerchief pasta unique?
Silk handkerchief pasta is a delicate fresh pasta made from thin sheets cut into large squares and loosely folded before serving. Its light, silky texture and layered shape help hold sauces and ingredients, making it particularly well suited to dishes featuring wild mushrooms, butter sauces and rich toppings such as confit egg yolk.
What is a confit egg yolk and how is it prepared?
A confit egg yolk is created by slowly cooking egg yolks at a gentle temperature in oil until they become soft, velvety and intensely rich. This simple confit egg yolk recipe produces a luxurious yolk that can be broken over pasta, where it blends into the dish to create a silky, flavourful sauce.
What mushrooms work best in silk handkerchief pasta?
Girolles are ideal for wild mushroom silk handkerchiefs because of their delicate texture and earthy flavour. Other seasonal mushrooms such as chanterelles, morels or oyster mushrooms can also be used.
Can I make handkerchief pasta without a pasta machine?
Yes. Handkerchief pasta can be rolled by hand with a rolling pin and cut into squares. The key is to achieve a thin sheet of pasta so it remains delicate and silky when cooked.
What wine pairs well with girolle pasta and confit egg yolk?
A White Burgundy, lightly oaked Chardonnay or a mature Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with girolle pasta. These wines complement the earthy mushrooms and the richness of the confit egg yolk without overpowering the dish.
Can silk handkerchief pasta be made ahead of time?
Yes. Fresh silk handkerchief pasta can be made several hours in advance and lightly floured before cooking. The confit egg yolk can also be prepared ahead, making this an excellent dish for entertaining.
