Ballontine with Demi-Glacé
A gourmet-style rolled poultry dish filled with a flavorful farce and served with a rich demi-glacé sauce.

Ingredients
Farce
- ground chicken227g
- ground pork227g
- garlic5g
- breadcrumbs30g
- parsley, minced2g
- oregano, minced2g
- mint, minced2g
- egg1
- Dijon mustard10g
- Salt and pepper to taste
Demi-Glacé
- roasted chicken carcass1
- carrot1
- celery stalk1
- onion1
- tomato paste1tbsp
- water2qt
- wine, divided1cup
- Honey to taste
- Garlic to taste
- Dijon mustard to taste
- of thymesprig
- Cold butter
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
306.3kcal (15.32%)
Protein
31.2g (62.4%)
Carbs
9.4g (3.42%)
Sugars
2.0g (3.94%)
Healthy Fat
9.2g
Unhealthy Fat
6.9g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Ballontine with Demi-Glacé
Prepare the Farce
- Step 1
In a bowl, combine ground chicken, ground pork, garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, oregano, mint, egg, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Step 2
Mix well, ensuring not to overmix.
Make the Demi-Glacé
- Step 1
Brown the mirepoix (carrot, celery, onion) in a pan.
- Step 2
Add tomato paste and continue to brown the mirepoix.
- Step 3
Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup of wine and cook off the alcohol.
- Step 4
Add roasted chicken bones and water. Bring to a boil and reduce by half.
- Step 5
Strain the stock and return it to the pan.
- Step 6
Add the remaining 1/2 cup of wine and reduce by half.
- Step 7
Finish the sauce with garlic, honey, thyme, and mount with cold butter.
Prepare the Ballotine
- Step 1
Debone the chicken, keep the skin intact.
- Step 2
Flatten the meat evenly using a meat mallet between cling wrap.
- Step 3
Spread first herbs, then the Farce prepared earlier, on the flattened chicken. Roll tightly into a log.
- Step 4
Tie with kitchen twine or wrap in cheesecloth to keep its shape.
- Step 5
Now Sous Vide (Vacuum-sealed in a bag then cooked slowly at 155 degrees in water)
- Step 6
Pop it in the oven at 400 degrees until it's golden brown.
- Step 7
Cut into pieces. Pour demi-glacé and serve it hot.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
306.3kcal (15.32%)
Protein
31.2g (62.4%)
Carbs
9.4g (3.42%)
Sugars
2.0g (3.94%)
Healthy Fat
9.2g
Unhealthy Fat
6.9g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Be careful not to overmix the farce to maintain a good texture.
Pay attention to the heat when reducing the sauce to avoid over-reduction.
FAQS
What is a ballontine?
A ballontine is a dish made by deboning and rolling poultry or meat, often filled with a flavorful stuffing.
How do I prevent the farce from becoming tough?
Avoid overmixing the farce ingredients to maintain a tender texture.
What is the purpose of deglazing with wine?
Deglazing with wine helps to lift the browned bits from the pan, adding depth and flavor to the sauce.
Can I use a different type of wine for the demi-glacé?
Yes, you can use any wine that you enjoy drinking, as it will impart its flavor to the sauce.
How do I know when the demi-glacé is ready?
The demi-glacé is ready when it has reduced to a rich, thick consistency and coats the back of a spoon.
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