What You Need to Know
The emulsion is created by grinding garlic into a fine paste and then mixing it with oil, using a combination of mechanical and chemical stabilization to create a stable emulsion.
This emulsion is a key component in traditional Calabrian dishes, such as sauces and dressings, and is prized for its pungent, savory flavor and smooth texture.
Steps
- 1.
Nduja Spaghetti (Calabria): Forms the aromatic base for the spicy pork spread
- 2.
Bagna Càuda (Piedmont): Adapted version serves as the dipping sauce foundation
- 3.
Skordalia (Greece): Inspired the garlic-oil emulsion component
The Science
Primary Reaction
emulsification