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Macerate the orange and ginger in 3 tablespoons orange liqueur and soak the raisins and currants in hot water to cover while preparing the pie.
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Beat the eggs at medium speed for seven minutes, then beat in 1/4 cup sugar until very thick. Beat in the remaining sugar.
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Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water and dissolve over hot water. Watch carefully. Cool.
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Carefully stir the gelatin mixture into the egg mixture and refrigerate while beating the cream.
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Process the chestnut puree with 1/2 cup cream. Fold into the egg mixture with the macerated fruit and drained raisins and currants.
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Beat 1 1/2 cups cream until soft peaks form. Fold into the egg mixture.
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Spoon into the prepared pie shell and chill for several hours.
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When ready to serve, beat the remaining 1 cup cream to form soft peaks. Fold in the remaining 1 tablespoon of liqueur, if desired, and use it to decorate the top of the pie. Sprinkle the shaved chocolate over whipped cream.