Warrior Recipes
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Sweetfern Male Catkin and Boreal Berry Sauce
Discover a unique sauce that combines the richness of boreal flavors with the elegance of pine forest spikenard, which is actually the male flower in catkin of the sweet fern. This preparation combines tangy northern fruits, a full-bodied red wine, and a comforting beef broth to create a perfect balance between sweetness and intensity. Perfect for enhancing your meat dishes (wild or not) or your roasted vegetables, this sauce will quickly become a must-have for your refined meals.
Recipe from the series Les Recettes du Guerrier in collaboration with Bell Media/TV1. Broadcast from February 19, 2025. By Chef Xavier Deschênes, Restaurant le Saint-Amour, Quebec.
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Grilled Corn on the Cob with Maple and Cheese
Add a touch of originality and a tribute to Indigenous traditions with this gourmet and elegant recipe. Coated in a rich blend of salted butter and maple syrup, then crowned with a slice of melted cheese, this corn on the cob is elevated by the crunch of roasted sunflower seeds and the delicate beauty of edible flowers.
A simple yet refined creation that transforms a classic side dish into a true culinary masterpiece.
Recipe from Les Recettes du Guerrier, in collaboration with Bell Media/TV1. Airing from February 19, 2025.
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Boreal Champagne-Poached Oysters
Discover an elegant and flavorful way to enjoy oysters with a technique often overlooked: poaching. This gentle cooking method enhances their texture and natural taste by simmering them in their own vegetable water.
Paired with a champagne and forest pepper mignonette, these oysters offer a perfect balance of freshness and refinement. Simple yet sophisticated, this dish is sure to impress while allowing each ingredient’s unique flavors to shine. A touch of fresh parsley completes this exquisite starter.
Recipe from Les Recettes du Guerrier, in collaboration with Bell Media/TV1. Airing from February 19, 2025. By Chef Xavier Deschênes, Restaurant Le Saint-Amour, Quebec.
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Wild mushroom duxelle
Rich with earthy flavors and the distinctive aroma of wild mushrooms, this duxelle is a true culinary gem. Perfect for enhancing meats, sauces, or pâtés, it adds a refined and gourmet touch to any dish. Featuring chanterelles, morels, and other forest treasures, this recipe celebrates the richness of the undergrowth—yet remains just as delicious when made with store-bought mushrooms. A must-have base for lovers of woodland cuisine.
Recipe from Les Recettes du Guerrier, in collaboration with Bell Media/TV1. Airing from February 19, 2025. By Chef Xavier Deschênes, Restaurant Le Saint-Amour, Quebec.
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Venison steak with Boreal Pepper Mix
A high-quality pepper makes all the difference—especially when preparing a classic peppered steak. Whether it’s beef, bison, venison, or your favorite red meat, let the rich aromas of our brand-new Boreal Pepper Mix elevate your dish in the most delicious way!
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The Warrior's Smashed Potatoes
Tasty side dish, simple, crispy. These mashed potatoes will make you forget about the main meal, however delicious it may be!
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Crab & Shrimp Tartare with Scurvy
All the freshness of the flavors of the Saint-Laurent coasts can be found in this simple, original and delicious tartare recipe, created by Corine, Cuisine Épique (Facebook) . All served on a bed of marinated yellow beets. This is what happens when you combine crab and shrimp with the best seasonings: A little masterpiece!
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Mexican-Boreal chicken in tomato sauce
On the BBQ, in the smoker or on the stove... These chicken breasts in sauce are DIVINE! Let the Cree Mix fill your taste buds in this simple recipe that will take you, in the space of one dinner, halfway around the planet! An original recipe from BBQ Low & Slow Lifestyle (Facebook).
