Yorkshire puddings are an essential part of a traditional roast dinner, loved for their crispy exterior and fluffy interior. However, achieving that perfect golden brown crust can be a challenge for home cooks. Fear not, because food and flavor maestro Phil Bianchi has a simple trick to ensure your Yorkshire puddings are a triumph.
Bianchi, founder of The Gift of Oil, advocates for using extra virgin olive oil instead of vegetable oil. This not only enhances the flavor but also offers a healthier alternative. He emphasizes that the key to success lies in preheating the oven and the Yorkshire pudding tin to a high temperature.
“This Yorkshire pudding recipe is so simple to make and using an extra virgin olive oil, that’s packed with polyphenols, instead of a vegetable olive oil, is a much healthier option too,” Bianchi shared with Express.co.uk.
For an extra flavor boost, Bianchi suggests using a flavored olive oil like rosemary and garlic infused olive oil. “This will really enhance the flavors of your Yorkshire puddings and impress your guests!”
Phil’s Yorkshire Puddings Recipe
Ingredients:
* Four large eggs
* 120g flour
* 240 ml milk
* Two tbsp extra virgin olive oil
* 1/2 tsp salt
* 1/4 tsp black pepper
Method:
1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and place the Yorkshire pudding tin inside. This ensures the tin is perfectly hot when you add the batter.
2. In a mixing bowl, crack in the eggs and add the milk.
3. Pour in the extra virgin olive oil and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour, salt, and pepper while whisking constantly until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
5. Remove the tin from the oven and drizzle a small amount of olive oil into each section.
6. Return the tin to the oven for five to seven minutes, or until the oil is “hot and shimmering.”
7. Carefully remove the tin from the oven and quickly pour the batter into each section, filling them about halfway.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the Yorkshire puddings have risen and are “golden brown and crispy.”
Follow these steps and you’ll be enjoying perfectly crispy, golden-brown Yorkshire puddings that will impress your guests and elevate your roast dinner to new heights!
Tips:
* Be sure to use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and health benefits.
* Don’t overfill the Yorkshire pudding tin with batter; aim for about halfway full.
* Keep a close eye on the puddings while they bake, as they can rise quickly.
With a little practice and this simple ingredient swap, you’ll be a Yorkshire pudding pro in no time!
