Heaven and earth is a classic Chinese dish that combines the flavors of two very different vegetables: eggplant and potato. The resulting dish is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for heaven and earth, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your dish turns out perfect every time. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, we have the perfect recipe for you to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HIMMEL UND ERDE (HEAVEN AND EARTH)
Posted for World Tour 2006, this is a traditional German accompaniment to sausages or pork dishes. The flavors meld quite a bit better than one unaccustomed to it would guess. Try it--I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Provided by JanetB-KY
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 1 inch water to boiling; add potatoes, apples and sugar; heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover and cook until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes; drain.
- Fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels; cook and stir onion in bacon fat until soft and lightly browned.
- Place potatoes and apples in serving bowl; dot with butter, salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with nutmeg; top with bacon and onion and serve.
- Alternatively, you can boil the potatoes and apples, then fry them in a little bit of oil to get them browned and crispy then mix with all the other ingredients.
HEAVEN AND EARTH
Provided by Food Network
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put the potatoes and garlic in a saucepan and cover with cold water by at least an inch. Tie the thyme, bay leaf, and lemon zest into a little bundle with kitchen string and drop it into thepan. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover partway, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the apples and continue cooking until the potatoes and apples are tender, another 15 minutes or so.
- Drain well, reserving some of the cooking water. Discard the herb bundle and return the potatoes and apples to the pan. Set over medium heat and dry the potatoes and apples for a minute or two, shaking and stirring so they don't stick.
- Turn the heat to very low and mash the potatoes and apples with a hand masher. Beat in the butter a few tablespoons at a time, with a wooden spoon. If the mash seems too dry, beat in some of the reserved cooking water until you get the consistency you like best. Often the apples are so juicy that you don't need to add any water. Season with salt and pepper and serve right away.
HEAVEN AND EARTH
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil potatoes until tender. Set aside and keep warm.
- Cook apples in 1 ounce of butter with cloves and nutmeg until soft. Remove cloves and mash with remaining butter. Season with salt and pepper, set aside and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, season the liver with salt and pepper, and cook quickly in hot oil for 1 minute per side. Place liver on top of potatoes. Dust onions with flour and crisp in pan and place on top of the liver. Top with apple mixture.
HEAVEN AND EARTH
This is a German dish that has a descriptive meaning to the name. From the way they both grow, potatoes from deep within the earth and the apples from trees that reach toward the heavens. This is such a simple dish and yet very beautiful to serve for dinner. It is also a very healthy dish to make for your family with just a small...
Provided by Kimberly Biegacki
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a medium saucepan, cook potatoes in boiling salted water or steam for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside. In another saucepan, place apples in small amount of water and cook about 10 minutes or untl apples are soft. Drain. If you are using two different types of apples make sure they are cooked to the same degree. I didn't check mine and so we had the red apples cooked perfectly and the yellow apples were still a little underdone.
- 2. In a 1-quart buttered baking dish, alternately layer potatoes and apples, distributing butter throughout, and sprinkling with cloves, salt and black pepper. ----I doubled this recipe in these pictures and place them in a 2 1/2 quart dish.
- 3. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or until heated through. Top with bacon. (The bacon slices can be laid on top or crumbled; either way is yummy.) Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
- 4. We served this tonight with some scrambled eggs but this would be delish with pork loin, a roast or my husband said even corn beef too. The butter resides more down at the bottom so if you know that you want more butter spoon some of it out and pour over the top.
Tips for Making Heaven and Earth Balls
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Shred the vegetables finely so that they cook evenly.
- Use a large bowl to mix the ingredients so that you have plenty of room to work.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the balls will be tough.
- Fry the balls in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the balls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion
Heaven and Earth Balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a meal on their own. With their combination of sweet, savory, and crispy flavors, Heaven and Earth Balls are sure to please everyone.
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