How to serve Caviar Like a Pro?
Serving Caviar, especially if you are new to this luxurious food, can be rather intimidating and confusing in the beginning. In this blog, we will discuss how one is to go about serving Caviar in order to truly experience the unique and sought-after taste of these flavorful roes. To understand the proper serving and eating techniques of Sturgeon Caviar, we will cover the following topics:
How to serve Caviar What accompaniments should be served with Caviar What Caviar sets or tools you need to properly display Caviar How to Eat Caviar Starting off with the basics, Caviar is traditionally eaten in small portions, such as the size of a tablespoon for reference. Many Caviar enthusiasts recommend eating the roe in small bites, as a way to truly experience the subtle flavors and texture of the eggs. Sturgeon Caviar notes vary amongst species; therefore, it’s important to truly enjoy each unique flavor as two are never exactly the same. The recommended amount of Caviar to serve per person is one ounce. Keep that in mind when purchasing Caviar. Many times, people purchase large amounts of Caviar, so that everyone can enjoy at least one ounce. However, depending on the person, event or situation the ounce per person can increase. In general, there is no set Caviar ounce to be served, but proper etiquette says the minimum is 1 ounce per person.
When eating Sturgeon Caviar, it is important to understand that these fish eggs are a delicacy and should be viewed as a type of “fine wine”. Each Caviar flavor is unique, composed of its own set of notes. To capture the memorable taste of the roe, it’s important that before eating, to first enjoy the
aroma that the Sturgeon Caviar emits. Simply bring the Caviar to your nose to experience a range of scents that can include hints of an ocean Seabreeze.
After taking in the aroma of the Caviar, you would place a small portion in your mouth, and begin to roll the eggs. This allows time to experience the flavorful roe; this action is similar to taking the first sip of a glass of wine. At this point, you may be asking yourself, why not chew the caviar? In this case the normal reaction would be to do just that, however since the roe is delicate, and should be treated as a fine wine, we do not recommend doing that. Chewing, would in fact, damage the delicate eggs and cause them to potentially lose their sought-after flavors and textures. This would cause an adverse reaction and diminish the experience of the Sturgeon Caviar.
Caviar Serving Ideas Sturgeon Caviar can be served with a variety of accompaniments. This can include the most popular, and most well-known caviar pairing - Blinis. Blinis are, in short, a small pancake, similar to a crepe. Pairing warm blinis, with the cooling sensation of Caviar creates an unforgettable combination that your palette will relish. Due to its subtle flavor, blinis do not deter from the experience of the Sturgeon Caviar and are served alongside various types of Caviar roe. Additionally, caviar is often topped off with another well-known condiment, crème fraiche or a similar dairy product. Together, these three ingredients create the foundation of a traditional serving of Caviar.
In a traditional Caviar service, one can add a variety of accompaniments to enhance the presentation and flavor of the roe. There is no wrong or right way to serve Caviar during any celebration. Caviar, at times, has even been served alongside other well-known accompaniments such as:
Onions Egg Yolk Egg Whites Chives Lemon and much more Due to each person's unique taste, blinis can also be replaced with warm bread, unsalted potato chips, pita bread etc. If one does not have access to these specific ingredients, there are many substitutions available on the market that would not diminish the taste of the Caviar.
Caviar Serving Sets and Tools
No matter your preference, one must also remember to prepare the proper tools and utensils that will be used to serve Caviar. Having the proper tools recommended in this blog will help one, not only enjoy the taste of Caviar, but enhance the experience of serving it to your loved ones. Some serving utensils needed are mother of pearl spoons, Caviar servers, and Caviar plates or dishes. In order to not ruin or adversely affect the flavor of your Caviar, we recommend using tools not made of materials that will hinder the flavor experience, and purchase serving sets that are not made from metal wood. Doing so could contaminate the eggs and affect the roe, as the eggs will absorb the material through the membrane and alter the taste.
Caviar Serving Temperature The proper Caviar serving temperature is between 26 to 34 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to keep the Caviar tightly sealed and, in the refrigerator, until you are ready to serve. When it’s time to serve the Sturgeon Caviar for all to enjoy, it must be kept chilled, mainly using a Caviar server filled with ice to help the roe stay fresh. After opening, any leftover Caviar should be consumed within three days.
When it comes to serving Royal Osetra Caviar, it’s important to remember key things that can truly diminish the experience of the roe. In regard to personal taste, Caviar can be served with a variety of accompaniments, as long as it’s stored correctly at the recommended temperature. Using the proper serving tools will enhance the flavor and prevent the delicate roe from diminishing its sought-after flavor profiles. Overall, by following these guidelines, you will be able to serve Caviar more confidently on any occasion, and have your loved ones truly enjoy this luxurious delicacy.
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