ROMAN ROASTED WOOD PIGEON SAUCE

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Ingredients

  • A pinch of pepper, lovage, fresh coriander, mint, dried onion
  • 4 oz (100g) stoned dates
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) wine
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) honey
  • 1 tsp (5ml) anchovy essence

Preparation

Step 1

Grind the pepper, herbs and onion together in a bowl.

Add the dates and egg yolk and pound until smooth.

Mix the remaining ingredients in a pan, add the mixture from the bowl.

Heat gently until the sauce thickens, stirring all the time.

Pour over roast pigeons and serve.