The (other) two main ingredients in Adam Liaw’s choc mousse seem unlikely but make all the difference

Name: The (other) two main ingredients in Adam Liaw’s choc mousse seem unlikely but make all the difference
Cook time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Contemporary
Ingredients: 5 eggs, separated; 80g caster sugar; 100ml red wine; 200g 70 per cent dark chocolate; 100ml extra virgin olive oil; sea salt, to serve

Adam Liaw

October 17, 2023

easyTime:2 hours +Serves:4

This rich mousse uses a bitter extra virgin olive oil to match the bitterness of 70 per cent dark chocolate, but for a less bitter result use a lighter oil or chocolate instead of increasing the sugar.

Ingredients

5 eggs, separated
80g caster sugar
100ml red wine
200g 70 per cent dark chocolate
100ml extra virgin olive oil
sea salt, to serve

Method

Step 1
Place the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk to soft peaks. Gradually rain in the caster sugar and continue to whisk until glossy, firm peaks form. Transfer to a separate bowl and wash and dry the stand mixer bowl.
Step 2
Place the red wine and chocolate in a heatproof bowl and whisk over a double boiler until the chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat and transfer to the stand mixer bowl. Whisk in the egg yolks one at a time, then gradually add the olive oil while mixing.
Step 3
Fold the meringue mixture through the chocolate mixture and transfer to 4 glasses. Transfer to the fridge to chill set (at least 2 hours), but before serving remove from the fridge and allow to warm a little. Serve with a sprinkle of sea salt.