Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Dipped in Pistachio

Strawberries, melted chocolate and pistachio nuts form a flavor combination made in heaven. The most important tip is to buy firm, ripe berries AND really good quality chocolate.

Recipe:

16 oz strawberries (approx. 20-25 medium-sized, long-stemmed preferred if available)
8 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate chunks
½ cup heaping pistachio kernels, unsalted

Directions:

Fill a small pot with about an inch of water and heat over medium-low heat. Line a large baking sheet with a Silpat mat, parchment paper, or wax paper.
While waiting for the water to simmer, wash and dry the strawberries, making sure to dry them thoroughly. Chop the pistachios. (Optional: place in a fine mesh strainer and sift out fine dust.) Set pistachio pieces aside.
Once the water simmers, place a heat-tempered bowl on top of the pot, ensuring it doesn’t touch the water. Lower the heat if necessary to keep it at a simmer. Fill the bowl with the chocolate and stir occasionally until fully melted, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Assemble your treats: set up an assembly line with strawberries, chocolate, pistachios, and the baking sheet. Dip each strawberry into the chocolate, twirling to evenly coat, sprinkle with pistachios, and place on the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining strawberries.
Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to force the chocolate to set or let rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes to set. Enjoy within 1-2 days.