
A historical main dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). Another way of doing brains is to prepare them as above, and then stew them gently in rich stock, like stewed sweetbreads. They are also nice plainly boiled and served with parsley and butter sauce.
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Well wash the brains and soak them in cold water until white
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Parboil them until tender in a small saucepan for about a quarter of an hour
Then thoroughly drain them and place them on a board
Divide them into small pieces with a knife
Dip each piece into flour, and then roll them in egg and bread crumbs
Fry them in butter or well-clarified drippings
Serve very hot with gravy
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Soaking brains in cold water leaches out blood and impurities while firming the delicate protein structure through osmosis. Parboiling sets the proteins just enough to allow handling and cutting without falling apart. The flour-egg-breadcrumb coating creates a protective barrier that keeps the creamy interior moist while developing a crispy, golden crust through the Maillard reaction when fried.
The brains can be soaked, parboiled, and cut up to 4 hours ahead. Store covered in the refrigerator on a paper towel-lined plate. Bread and fry just before serving for the best texture.
Cooked brain cutlets are best served immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, though the breading will soften. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack set in a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes to re-crisp the coating.
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The brains can be soaked, parboiled, and cut up to 4 hours ahead. Store covered in the refrigerator on a paper towel-lined plate. Bread and fry just before serving for the best texture.
Cooked brain cutlets are best served immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, though the breading will soften. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack set in a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes to re-crisp the coating.