Jiko Wine Reduction

[Mcert01]

Hi,

I am going to try to make the Jiko Oak Fired Filet with the Mac and Cheese and Wine Reduction. It will be a poor facimile, but hey, any port in a storm. Does anyone know the type of wine Jiko uses? Not necessarily the winery, but the type. I know its South African, which means its probably a Syrah or Cabernet / Merlot blend.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

 

[Micca]

Sounds like a fun project, please let us know how it turns out. I don't know what they use, but I know any time there is a bottle of wine near me it gets reduced pretty quickly

 

[Mcert01]

Me too! Some for the dish, more for the cook.

 

[rwdavis2]

I think you have probably identified the wine. Me, I would go with Syrah.

 

[Scubadaddy32]

I've done something similar to Jiko's reduction for years. Did the same thing, I had it at a restaurant and reproduced it at home.
I've used Syrah or Merlot (both work just fine), along with Port wine, butter, garlic, sugar, thyme, black pepper, cherries or dried cherries. I believe Jiko uses pomegranate if I remember correctly.
Good luck!

 

[Mcert01]

I've done something similar to Jiko's reduction for years. Did the same thing, I had it at a restaurant and reproduced it at home.
I've used Syrah or Merlot (both work just fine)

Merlot is an interesting choice. Thanks!

 

[Scubadaddy32]

Merlot is an interesting choice. Thanks!

Merlot wasn't my first choice, but it's what I had on hand one time. It turned out just fine.

 

[Mcert01]

So it turned out pretty good. I'm sure it's not up to Jiko's standards, but I was pretty happy with it.

 

[Micca]

Nice little dining area too!

 

[Mcert01]

Nice little dining area too!

Thanks! We like it.

 

[Scubadaddy32]

Looks like you nailed it.

 

[Mcert01]

Looks like you nailed it.

Thanks!

 

[Scubadaddy32]

Thanks! We like it.

Looks like you nailed it.

 

[monorailmom]

Your food looks amazing, love your dining area and dishes. Congrats and thanks for sharing!!

 

[Mcert01]

Your food looks amazing, love your dining area and dishes. Congrats and thanks for sharing!!

Thank You!

 

[Mcert01]

Looks like you nailed it.

Thanks!

 

[ucf_knight]

Does anyone have the recipe for this reduction?

 

[Mcert01]

Red Wine Sauce
1 bottle red wine
3 garlic cloves, crushed
6 peppercorns, a mixture of red and black
1 sprig thyme
1 cup port wine
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon pomegranate syrup

Add all ingredients to large pot and bring to a boil. If it seems a little bitter on the finish add sugar and/or more Pomegranate Syrup. Simmer 2-3 hours until reduced by half to two-thirds depending on strength of the wine. Strain. Allow to cool approximately 10 minutes.

To assemble, pour red wine sauce on the bottom of individual plates or bowls. Top with warmed mac-and-cheese. Serve immediately.

 

[ucf_knight]

Red Wine Sauce
1 bottle red wine
3 garlic cloves, crushed
6 peppercorns, a mixture of red and black
1 sprig thyme
1 cup port wine
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon pomegranate syrup

Add all ingredients to large pot and bring to a boil. If it seems a little bitter on the finish add sugar and/or more Pomegranate Syrup. Simmer 2-3 hours until reduced by half to two-thirds depending on strength of the wine. Strain. Allow to cool approximately 10 minutes.

To assemble, pour red wine sauce on the bottom of individual plates or bowls. Top with warmed mac-and-cheese. Serve immediately.

Thank you!

 

[Mcert01]

Thank you!

Good Luck!