Chive Panna Cotta for Sashimi: 07.09.10

3/4 lb chives, chopped and blanched
1/4 lb chives, chopped
2 cups half/half
1 qt heavy cream
2 tsp agar agar
1/2 tsp madras curry powder
1/4 tsp white pepper
salt to taste
pan spray and truffle oil as needed

- puree chives with half/half; strain through chinois
- combine chive puree, cream, agar, curry, pepper and salt to taste over low to medium heat,stirring often until it reaches a low simmer; remove to a pitcher
- meanwhile, spray 24ea 3.5oz cups with pan release; drizzle a small amount of truffle oil in each
- divide chive cream between plastic cups (about 2.75oz each); place on level surface and chill