Salmis facts for kids
A salmis is a special kind of dish from classical French cooking. It's made when a piece of meat that has been roasted or sautéed is sliced up and then warmed again in a rich sauce.
What is a Salmis?
A salmis is not just any reheated meat. It's a specific way of preparing food that makes it very flavorful. The meat is first cooked, usually until it's just right. Then, it's cut into slices. These slices are then gently warmed in a special sauce.
How is Salmis Made?
The process starts with roasting or sautéing the meat. This is often done with game birds like squab (young pigeons) or duck. After the meat is cooked, it's sliced.
The sauce is very important for a salmis. It's usually made from the drippings (juices) left over from roasting the meat. These drippings are often mixed with things like wine, cognac, or brandy. Sometimes, a small amount of puréed liver or foie gras (a rich liver paste) is added to make the sauce even richer. This creates a thick, flavorful sauce.
The meat slices are then put into this sauce and warmed up. It's important not to cook the meat too much at this stage. The goal is just to heat it through without making it overdone. This keeps the meat tender and juicy.
Special Ingredients
Salmis dishes are often considered fancy. They sometimes use rare or expensive meats, especially game birds. Ingredients like truffles (a type of valuable mushroom) and foie gras can also be added. These ingredients make the dish very luxurious and full of flavor.
See also
In Spanish: Salmis para niños
