SALINAS, CA - Mann Packing took home the Sensory Experience Award during last Sunday’s PMA Foodservice Expo in Monterey, California.

Chef Tony BakerMann’s Buttered Kohlrabi Steak with Mushroom Goat Cheese Gratin and Grilled Broccolini®, created by Chef Tony Baker of Montrio Bistro in Monterey, impressed judges with the dish’s stunning display and exquisite taste.

Matt Lyons from Evolution Fresh and a judge for the Sensory Experience Contest, called the item a “star on its own” in a press release.

Buttered Kohlrabi Steak with Mushroom Goat Cheese Gratin and Grilled Broccolini®

“The kohlrabi steak was an outstanding take on this item, move over Portobello, there is a new option on the menu that will easily take on the center plate as not just a vegetarian option, but a star on its own.”

If you’re up for getting a taste of this award-winning dish, check out the recipe from Chef Tony Baker below.

Buttered Kohlrabi Steak with Mushroom Goat Cheese Gratin and Grilled Mann’s Broccolini®

• Category: Entrée
• Allergens: Dairy
• Serves: 4
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 50 mins

Mushroom Gratin

• 3 ea Portabella Mushrooms
• 3 sprigs Rosemary
• 2 fl oz Olive Oil (60 ml)
• 1.5 cups Goat Cheese (chevre) (350 g)
• 1 tsp Thyme, fresh picked (5 g)
• 2 tsp Parsley chopped (10 g)

Method:

• Place the mushrooms on a sheet of aluminum foil along with rosemary and olive oil. Wrap tightly and cook in oven 350f (180c, Gas mark 4) for 40 mins
• In a medium bowl mix the goat cheese, thyme, parsley and diced mushrooms
• This is your topping for the Kohlrabi steaks and can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Kohlrabi

• 1 ea Jumbo Kohlrabi
• 4 oz Butter (115 g)
• 1 bunch Mann’s Broccolini®
• 2 floz Olive Oil (60 ml)
• Salt & Pepper

Method:

• Peel and slice Kohlrabi into 4 steaks
• Place steaks in a pan of cold salted water, bring to a simmer and cook for 12 mins, refresh (can be prepared up to 3 days in advance)
• Season Kohlrabi with salt and pepper
• Place on hot grill with a knob of butter atop each steak, cook 4-5 mins
• Turn and repeat
• Top steaks with cheese and mushroom mixture
• Place under broiler until a golden brown (approx. 3 mins)
• Toss blanched Broccolini® with olive oil and salt, lightly grill

Enjoy!

Mann Packing