On this planet, there are ingredients that are everywhere, some others are more unusual, and a few that are very difficult to find. These are some of the most prized on the planet. Some of the rarest ingredients in the world are also the most expensive because finding them is not easy at all. Some may seem too rare to be appetizing, but it is worth noting that they are served in the best restaurants in the world for a reason.

Shark Fin

There is much controversy surrounding this product. Illegal shark hunting is heavily punished and is prevalent on the Pacific coasts. The counterpoint is that there is a legalized collection from which organic restaurants obtain this ingredient. It is one of the most sought-after ingredients in China and is said to be an aphrodisiac, but what we really know is that one kg can cost up to 300 dollars.

Moose House Cheese

This is a bit unusual; it is undoubtedly the most expensive cheese in the world as it does not just come from a region or a farm, it specifically comes from the milk of three Nordic moose found in Sweden. Gullan, Haelga, and Juna are the names of these enormous animals that produce the most sought-after cheese by European three-star Michelin chefs.

Kobe Beef

This may sound a bit more familiar. In Mexico, there are restaurants that use it as their prime cut since it comes from cattle fed with a very specific type of beer that is also massaged to tenderize the meat. A 250-gram cut can be sold in a restaurant for more than one thousand Mexican pesos.

Saffron

It is used in paellas and other dishes of Spanish cuisine, but this does not make it common; on the contrary. It is known that a plantation almost the size of a football field is needed to obtain one kilogram of this wonderful spice. In Europe and the United States, there are fans who pay 3000 dollars per ounce for the highest quality saffron in the world coming from Asia.

White Truffle

This is undoubtedly the queen of the most sought-after products. The French and Italians love this mushroom that flavors their dishes in an unparalleled way. There is an anecdote about an American chef paying nearly 300,000 dollars for a kilogram of French white truffle; it is madness. Or it might seem so because it has been discovered that in its natural chemistry, the truffle is addictive and unforgettable: once a palate tries it, it cannot forget that flavor, and its notes are absorbed by the brain permanently.

Recipes with Saffron

Mixed Paella Recipe

Ingredients: - 1 1/4 liters of fish broth - 12 large shrimp - 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads - 2 tablespoons of water - 100 grams of boneless, skinless chicken breast in medium pieces - 100 grams of pork tenderloin in medium pieces - 3 tablespoons of olive oil - 100 grams of chorizo without skin in medium slices - 1 large onion chopped - 2 cloves of crushed garlic - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon paprika - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced - 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced - 12 cherry tomatoes cut in half - 375 grams of paella rice - 1 tablespoon of parsley - 2 teaspoons of chopped fresh tarragon - pepper - lemons for serving Click here to see the steps to prepare this recipe.

Mussels in Creamy Saffron Sauce Recipe

Ingredients: - 4 finely chopped shallots - 1/4 teaspoon saffron - 1 cup of dry white wine - 1 cup of heavy cream - 2 kilos of well-washed and cleaned mussels - chopped parsley for serving - 3/4 teaspoon salt - 1 clove of chopped garlic To see the steps to prepare this recipe click here.

Grouper Fillet in Saffron Sauce Recipe

Ingredients: - 1 cup of fish consommé - 1/4 cup of dry white wine - 3 tablespoons of dry Vermouth - cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon saffron - 3 teaspoons of lemon juice - 1 cup of cream - 1 kilo of grouper fillet 1 cm thick - 1/2 cup of dry white wine - 1/4 cup of chopped scallions - 2 teaspoons of chopped fresh thyme - salt - pepper - butter Discover the steps to prepare this delicious fish by clicking here.

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