Citrus Braised Endive with Gorgonzola Custard and Bacon

Name: Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado and Tomato
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 onion, peeled and quartered; 2 lemons, sliced into four rings; 9 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 3 tablespoons salt; 4 quarts of water; 1 pound size 16-20 shrimp, peeled and de-veined; 1 avocado, mashed; 2 tablespoons red onion, chopped fine; 2 tablespoons Serrano pepper, chopped fine; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, juiced; Salt to taste; 2 Persian cucumbers, diced the same size as tomatoes; 1 ½ cups or 8 ounces tomato, diced; ¼ cup red onion, chopped fine; 1 lime, juiced; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; Salt to taste

Saturday, December 20th, 2025

This standout recipe from our Culinary Team is designed to pair perfectly with our Davis Estates Rhys Merlot.

Ingredients

Serves 4

Citrus Braised Endive

6 endives, cut in half
3 cup Orange juice, (fresh squeezed is best, but bottled is ok)
1 tablespoon sugar, adjust as needed
1 tablespoon salt

Gorgonzola Custard

3 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled
¼ cup milk
¼ cup water
1 egg beaten

Orange Gel

1 cup braising jus from endives
1 teaspoon agar
pinch of salt

Bacon

4 thick slices

Method

Citrus Braised Endive

Combine orange juice, sugar, and salt into a medium saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a simmer then add the endive and cover.
Cook for 20 minutes, or until tender.
Remove the endive and save 1 cup of braising jus for the Orange gel.

Gorgonzola Custard

In a small saucepan, add milk and water. Bring to a boil.
Add the Gorgonzola, whisking until cheese is melted.
Stir in the eggs and cook until it reaches 165 degrees F.
Let the mixture cool then add to a food processor. Process until smooth.

Orange Gel – use gel sparingly

In a small saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil and simmer for 1 minute.
Remove from heat and let it cool down until it sets completely.
Place your mixture in a blender and blend until completely smooth.

Bacon

Dice your bacon and cook until crispy.

To Finish

On a plate or platter, place the endive and garnish with the crispy bacon. Dollop the orange gel and gorgonzola custard, then serve immediately with a glass of Rhys Merlot.

Gently braised endive brightened with citrus meets the rich, savory allure of Gorgonzola custard and crisp bacon, an indulgent trio made even better by Davis Estates Rhys Merlot.