Step aside, 99 cones. TikTok star Cian Mooney has just changed the dessert game in Episode 2 of Look Who's Hangry with a dish that shouldn’t work but absolutely does.
Introducing: Pistachio & Sun-Dried Tomato Deep-Fried Ice Cream Bombs. A golden, crunchy, hot-and-cold flavour explosion born out of cravings, chaos and a little bit of culinary madness. It’s the kind of creation that could only exist in Look Who’s Hangry, the new RTÉ Player Original series in partnership with Heinz and hosted by chef and TikTok star Daniel Lambert.
Chaos Meets Crunch in Episode 2
In each episode, two viral creators battle it out with their wildest food mashups, from peanut butter sandwiches deep-fried in salt and vinegar crisps to jerk prawn sushi rolls.
In Episode 2, Cian Mooney takes on Callyann Brennan with this unexpected dessert that instantly had Chef Daniel and the entire crew doing a double take. Blending the creamy sweetness of pistachio ice cream with the umami punch of sun-dried tomatoes, then crumbed and deep-fried to perfection, Cian's creation proves that when it comes to food, weird can be wonderful.
Cian Mooney's Deep-Fried Pistachio & Sun-Dried Tomato Ice Cream Bombs
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
- 300g pistachio ice cream
- 50g sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 eggs
- 100g panko breadcrumbs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Sea salt to taste
- Oil for deep frying
- 100g crushed pistachios (for garnish only)
Method:
Blend & Freeze: Blend the sun-dried tomatoes into the pistachio ice cream. Scoop into small balls and freeze until solid.
Crumb & Chill: Dip each frozen ball into beaten egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs. Freeze again for 30 minutes to firm up.
Fry & Finish: Heat oil and carefully deep-fry each bomb for 1 to 2 minutes until golden. Drain on kitchen paper.
Serve with Style: Plate with a sprinkle of lemon zest, a pinch of sea salt and a dusting of crushed pistachios. Serve immediately.
From Cravings to Creations with Heinz
Cian's ice cream creation is just one example of how Look Who's Hangry transforms everyday cravings into something extraordinary. Whether it's Chef Daniel's trick of enriching mashed potato with Heinz [Seriously] Good Mayonnaise or the creators' wildest flavour fantasies, the show proves that innovation happens when you're brave enough to ignore the rules.
Chef Daniel Lambert puts it best: "It's chaotic, it’s hilarious and it’s full of food. We took mad ideas, ran with them and somehow made them taste unreal."
From kitchen mishaps to culinary curveballs, this food competition series is packed with energy, creativity and unforgettable flavours. Episode 2 is a must-watch for anyone brave enough to deep-fry dessert and hungry enough to try it at home.
