2 large heads endive, ends trimmed and remainder cut julienne
1 lg or 2 small bunches watercress, thick stems removed
2 medium Mango, flesh cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4- 1-inch thick round slices of Goat Cheese (cold)
20 walnut halves, lighted toasted
Combine greens and mango in a large salad bowl and reserve. Dip
each round of goat cheese first into a beaten egg, then dip into dry
flavored bread crumbs. Fry breaded rounds of goat cheese in a
small amount of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet. Be sure oil
is heated almost to the smoking point before added the breaded goat
cheese. Fry for one minute on each side or until bread crumbs have
browned. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towel.
Reserve until ready to plate the salad.
Basic Vinaigrette
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
6+ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Toss together julienne of endive, watercress sprigs and cubes of
Mango.
Whisk together the shallot and mustard and vinegar, salt & pepper.
Slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream while whisking. Taste
and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Add dressing to salad greens and toss well. Garnish each
serving with one fried goat cheese round and 5 toasted walnut halves.
Serves 4
Copyright © 2004
Ann Hall Every