Confit d'Algue (Confit of Seaweed) is a traditional French recipe for a classic sauce or dressing made from a combination of dried laver (nori), cider vinegar and shallots that's finished with cream and honey. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic French version of: Confit of Seaweed (Confit d'Algue).
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Ingredients:
2 tbsp dried Laver (or Nori) flakes
2 tbsp cider vinegar
1 shallot, very finely chopped
black pepper, to taste
pinch of ground cinnamon
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp double cream
2 tsp honey
Method:
In a bowl, work together the nori flakes and cider vinegar then mix in just enough water to give the mixture a fluid consistency. Turn into a saucepan over low heat and add the chopped shallot along with the black pepper, sugar and cinnamon. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes then take off the heat and set aside to cool.
Turn the mixture into a bowl and immediately before serving work in the cream and honey. Use as a topping for grilled meats and/or vegetables