Golden Elixir: Homemade Chicken Glace de Viande 🌟

Chicken Glace de Viande (Mock Veal Glace de Viande) 🍗

Overview:

Cook Time: 28 hours 🕒
Prep Time: 1 hour 🕒
Total Time: 29 hours 🕒
Yield: 2 cups 🍽️
Calories: 5203.1 🥣
Fat: 339.4g 🍗
Saturated Fat: 99.6g 🧈
Cholesterol: 2118.8mg 🥩
Sodium: 2122mg 🧂
Carbohydrates: 32.3g 🥕
Fiber: 7g 🌾
Sugar: 14.1g 🍬
Protein: 473.6g 🍗

Description:

Demiglace, the rich essence of stock or broth reduced by half or three-quarters, finds its superior cousin in Glace de viande. This luxurious concoction, reduced to a syrupy, paste-like perfection, boasts a richness that elevates any dish it graces. Often priced steeply at $40-50 per pint, veal glace de viande may seduce your taste buds, but homemade Chicken Glace de Viande offers an authentic, economical, and equally delightful alternative. With its deep, concentrated flavors, a mere spoonful suffices to transform ordinary sauces into extraordinary masterpieces. This recipe delivers not only culinary excellence but also a double bounty of savings, especially when chicken is plentifully priced, unlike its elusive veal counterpart.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Stock:

   • In a large stockpot (at least 12 quarts), combine all ingredients.
   • Fill the pot three-quarters full with cold water.
   • Bring to a slow boil, skimming off any surface scum.
   • Add more water if needed to maintain the level.
   • Reduce heat to an active simmer or slow boil, partially covering if desired.
   • Simmer for at least 24 hours, adding water as necessary.

   Time	Action
   Overnight	Maintain a light simmer, adding water every couple of hours.
   Morning	Cover completely, reduce heat slightly, and continue simmering.
   Final Stretch	Skim off excess grease, strain the broth, and discard solids.
   	Return degreased stock to the pot for the next step.

2. Reduce and Refine:

   • You should now have 4-5 quarts of heavenly stock.
   • Bring the stock to a full rolling boil.
   • Reduce the stock by about 90%, aiming for 2-2½ cups of thick syrupy goodness.
   • Keep a close eye on it towards the end to prevent burning.

   Time Needed	Process
   Concentration	Boil down until a thick, syrupy consistency is achieved.
   	Allow to cool to room temperature before the next step.

3. Preserve and Store:

   • Transfer the concentrated glace de viande to a 1-quart Ziploc bag.
   • Squeeze out excess air, seal tightly, and press to flatten.
   • Refrigerate until solidified, then transfer to the freezer until needed.

4. Utilization Tips:

   • Versatile Enhancement:

     • Use this Chicken Glace de Viande as a substitute for veal glace de viande.
     • Add a small amount to any recipe calling for demiglace or glace de viande.

   • Enrich Sauces and Gravies:

     • Stir in 1-2 tablespoons to enrich sauces and gravies with an intense flavor.

   • Handling Instructions:

     • Remember, a little goes a long way! This glace de viande is concentrated.
     • 1 tablespoon of glace de viande is equivalent to about 5 fluid ounces of rich stock.
     • To use, simply break off a small piece of the frozen glace de viande and stir into your sauce.

Serving Suggestions:

• Enhance a classic Chicken Marsala with a spoonful of this rich glace de viande.
• Elevate your Sunday gravy to new heights with the deep flavors of this homemade essence.
• Create a decadent pan sauce for seared chicken breasts that will have your guests begging for seconds.

Storage and Longevity:

• Freeze in small portions for easy use in various dishes.
• This Chicken Glace de Viande stores indefinitely in the freezer, ready to add a touch of gourmet flair to your culinary creations.

Enjoy the Essence of Culinary Excellence:

Treat yourself to the luxurious taste of Chicken Glace de Viande. This homemade masterpiece promises to elevate your dishes with its rich, concentrated flavors. Crafted with care and patience, this mock veal glace de viande offers not just savings but a culinary journey through the essence of gourmet cooking. Indulge in its versatility, enriching sauces, gravies, and recipes with a mere spoonful of this liquid gold. From weeknight wonders to special occasion delights, let this glace de viande be your secret ingredient for culinary success! 🌟